ADHRB, Formula One Reach Agreement on Human Rights Framework for Bahrain

Following a successful OECD complaint, Formula One has committed itself to respecting human rights in Bahrain and other countries in which it conducts business.

In 2014, ADHRB submitted a complaint to the OECD regarding Formula One’s links to adverse impacts on human rights in Bahrain in relation to its annual race. The UK National Contact Point for the OECD accepted that the complaint merited examination “on issues relating to Formula One World Championship Limited and Formula One Management Limited’s management systems, due diligence, human rights policy and communications with stakeholders and business partners,” and suggested that the parties mediate in order to arrive at a mutually satisfactory solution.

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