53rd Universal Periodic Review of human rights: UK Statement on Trinidad and Tobago
UK Statement at Trinidad and Tobago's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva.
Thank you Mr Vice-President,
The United Kingdom welcomes Trinidad and Tobago’s participation in this review and recognises efforts to address human trafficking since the last review. We remain concerned, however, by persistent gender-based violence against migrant women and girls. We encourage Trinidad and Tobago to strengthen protections for all victims of gender-based violence.
We also note with concern the gaps in legal protections against violence and discrimination for members of the LGBT+ community. We urge Trinidad and Tobago to protect all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and ensure equal protection under the law.
Finally, we remain concerned that the death penalty remains in law and that death sentences continue to be imposed.
We recommend that Trinidad and Tobago:
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Fully implements and monitors the National Strategic Action Plan on Gender-Based and Sexual Violence and strengthens access to survivor-centred protections and support services for women and girls affected by or vulnerable to violence and trafficking.
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Amends the Equal Opportunity Act 2000 to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Maintains the de facto moratorium on executions and undertakes a review of legislation on the death penalty with a view to abolition.
Thank you.