Irish Studies in International Affairs

Abstract:

This article seeks to contribute to the debate on the subject of human rights derogations in time of emergency, in particular in the context of public health emergencies, by outlining the benefits and limitations of international human rights law in the pandemic context, with a particular emphasis on the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. In the author's second article, published later in this edition of the journal, novel information and analysis on this subject is provided, specifically in relation to the Human Rights Committee's ‘Concluding Observations’ reports.