Amnesty Gets Tough With European Union Over Gay Rights

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In a briefing paper, (available at http://www.amnesty-eu.org ) Amnesty International recalls the most serious incidents that occurred in the past two years and highlights all that still needs to be done if Latvia and Poland are to live up to the EU's values and rules.

"After so much emphasis on entry-criteria, it is essential that the EU applies the same firmness, if not more, now that both countries are full EU Member States," said Dick Oosting, Director of Amnesty International's EU Office.