Court Quote by Dominic Grieve
“Contrary to the myth that the U.K. respects decisions of the Strasbourg court but many other adherent states do not, the convention and Strasbourg court judgements have proved a highly effective tool in protecting and developing human rights in countries with no tradition of the rule of law.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Guardian, 2016
The European Court of Human Rights effectively advances rights even where domestic law is weak, showing the power of supranational courts.
In simple terms: International courts can protect rights where local systems fail.
Key Takeaway
Leverage international legal mechanisms.
Themes
law
human rights
international courts
rule of law
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
legal
informative
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- legal training
- cross‑border cooperation
- human‑rights monitoring
Key Concepts
jurisprudence
legal enforcement
rights advocacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can states be encouraged to comply with international rulings?
- What limits exist for supranational courts?
A Different Perspective
Effectiveness varies by political will.
