Scotland’s Place in the European Union - Protecting and Promoting Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms

As an amendment to motion S5M-03297 in the name of Angela Constance (Scotland’s Place in the European Union - Protecting and Promoting Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms), leave out from "and the rule of law" to end and insert ", individual responsibility and the rule of law as common values shared by all progressive nations; acknowledges that the EU is founded on these same fundamental values, which are of universal importance and transcend national borders; notes that membership of the EU and participation in the European Convention on Human Rights are distinct; commends the UK Government for its numerous assurances that workers’ rights will be safeguarded and strengthened; emphasises that civil, political, economic, social and cultural human rights are universal, inalienable and inviolable, and are simultaneously indivisible, interrelated and interdependent; notes that the UK Government has been clear that all devolved administrations will be closely engaged throughout the negotiation process; urges the UK and EU governments to reach a reciprocal agreement ensuring that mutual assurances are given for EU and UK nationals’ right to remain where they are currently resident, and resolves to defend universal human rights."