Dear John,

We’re living through an unprecedented pandemic: a human rights response is vital to keeping us safe. From ensuring sick people are treated with dignity to supporting undocumented migrants to access healthcare – the values of fairness, equality and dignity must underpin the Government response. Some Governments are reaching for intrusive surveillance and punitive criminal powers. This is not the answer. 

We are demanding that the UK Government use all its power to build resilience, support communities and protect vulnerable people. In times like these, those who are already marginalised and disadvantaged will suffer most – homeless people, single income families, contract workers, migrants, elderly people and those with underlying chronic conditions. These people must be supported or they will face grave human rights violations. 

Here at Liberty we’re taking the necessary precautions to protect our staff and their loved ones from coronavirus (COVID-19). Today we’ve closed our office and are putting contingencies in place to support staff to work from home. 

We are doing everything we can to make sure our vital work is not disrupted. Liberty was founded in 1934 and our work has continued through peace, war, recession and upheaval. Today is no different – we will keep fighting for everyone’s rights and holding power to account. At times like these it’s more important than ever for us to make sure the Government puts in place measures to support everyone to stay safe and well without resorting to disproportionate infringements on our freedom. 

We will all play our part in this crisis. As well as demanding that the Government offers a human rights based response, we will all be pulling together to support our families, friends, neighbours and communities. As Eleanor Roosevelt once said, human rights begin in small places, close to home.

Wishing you and your loved ones good health,

Martha Spurrier
Director

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