The EHRC is no longer independent. That’s why we are seeking international intervention from the UN

• Nancy Kelley is the chief executive of Stonewall

Human rights must take precedence over personal beliefs and political whims. That is why there are strong international mechanics in place to ensure national human rights bodies can operate independently of their governments.

However, here in the UK, these mechanics are wheezing under the weight of a string of appointments to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) that run counter to human rights for all.

Nancy Kelley is the chief executive of Stonewall

This post was originally published on Human rights | The Guardian.