EESC hearing: Prison and detention conditions in Europe

Hearing of the Fundamental rights and Rule of law Group

19 June 2024

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EESC, Rue Belliard 99, 1040, Brussels, Belgium

This hearing will examine the current state of prisons and detention centers in Europe, focusing on the experiences of inmates, detainees, and the working staff. The event will review existing regulations for these facilities and assess their practical implementation, to determine whether they uphold human rights standards adequately. Thanks to the participation of relevant stakeholders, the hearing seeks to identify gaps and challenges in the system, by comparing the laws with on-the-ground realities.

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Related bodies

• Section for Employment, Social Affairs and Citizenship (SOC)

• Ad hoc group on Fundamental Rights and the Rule of Law

Related areas

• Social Affairs