Parliamentary Caucus discusses new Disability Rights Bill
Ada Derana
The Parliamentary Caucus for Persons with Disabilities discussed a proposed bill to repeal the 1996 Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and introduce new legislation aligned with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The Caucus emphasized the need for stakeholder consultations to resolve discrepancies in the draft bill and establish an independent monitoring mechanism. Discussions also focused on strengthening legal provisions related to employment rights and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
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