Outcomes

What will a Final Report look like?

A Final Report from the HRC will include the following:

• A summary of the complaint;
• A record of any investigation and/or mediation undertaken;
• The findings of the HRC;
• Recommendations on the case at hand from the HRC;
• Broader general recommendations, if the HRC believes that these are appropriate.

What is the purpose of a Final Report?

Although not legally binding in any way, a Final Report from the HRC can influence policy makers.

All Final Reports will be published by the HRC and will, unless there are persuasive reasons otherwise, include the names of the parties involved.

Copies of Final Reports will also be sent to key personnel, including for example, His Excellency, The Governor, in an effort to ensure that any valid concerns receive the maximum possible exposure.

What can the HRC do to ensure that the recommendations contained in its Final Reports are accepted?

The HRC’s Final Reports are extremely persuasive documents.  Indeed, the fact that they are a formal response to a real complaint means that there is an additional pressure on the authorities to respond positively to the recommendations.

The HRC will continue to monitor its Final Reports even after their publication and is always prepared to assist the authorities with the implementation of the recommendations contained in Final Reports.

Last Updated: 2007-01-11