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European Court rules the UK has not failed to protect political rights amid Russia election interference

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled on Tuesday that the United Kingdom’s response to alleged Russian interference in its elections was sufficient to ensure the rights of Members of Parliament. In the case of Bradshaw and Others v. the United Kingdom (UK), the Court concluded that there was no violation of Article 3 of Protocol No. 1 to the European Convention on Human Rights. Despite credible evidence that the Russian government did …

European Court Upholds UK Political Rights Despite Russian Election Interference

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that the United Kingdom did not fail to protect political rights in the context of alleged Russian interference in UK elections, delivering a significant judgment in the ongoing scrutiny of foreign influence on democratic processes. The court’s decision addresses claims that the UK government inadequately safeguarded its electoral integrity against covert actions by Russian actors, ultimately finding …