The UK praised Austria’s adoption of the Freedom of Information Act, ratification of the ILO Convention on violence and harassment at work, and approval of the National Action Plan to combat violence against women and girls. The UK also welcomed Austria’s structured dialogue with civil society to monitor UPR implementation. Recommendations included ensuring full implementation of the National Action Plan 2025–2029, developing a comprehensive national anti-racism strategy, and providing effective legal remedies for climate-related challenges. The statement, delivered on 19 January 2026 in Geneva, emphasized advancing gender equality, countering hate speech, and ensuring equal treatment for minorities, including Muslim women and girls. The UK urged Austria to strengthen measures against racism, intolerance, and discrimination.
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