Abstract
This article explores the conceptual basis for the recognition of a right to information. It commences by reviewing developments in the recognition of a right to information in international human rights law. The role of the right to freedom of expression in furthering the recognition of a right to information is highlighted while the engagement of other rights in such recognition is also explored. The article considers the contribution made by the instrumental approach to the recognition of a right to information in international human rights law. Finally it explores whether there might exist an intrinsic right to information independent of other rights.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 25-55 |
| Number of pages | 31 |
| Journal | Human Rights Law Review |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Mar 2013 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Keywords
- Access to information
- Freedom of expression
- Freedom of information
- Human rights
- Right to participate in public affairs
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