The UK welcomed St Lucia’s human rights advancements during its Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council. The UK praised St Lucia’s ratification of treaties on persons with disabilities, children, and the environment, as well as the abolition of ‘buggery’ and ‘gross indecency’ laws and the 2022 Domestic Violence Act. It highlighted progress in integrating gender equality into climate change strategies. The UK urged reforms to the criminal justice system, emphasizing police accountability, case file efficiency, and anti-discrimination laws covering sexual orientation and gender identity. It also encouraged St Lucia to promote gender equality in Caribbean climate initiatives. The statement was delivered by the UK Mission to international organizations in Geneva on January 30, 2026.
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