Universal Periodic Review 28: Ghana
This UK statement was delivered during the 28th session of the Universal Period Review during the discussion of Ghana's Human Rights Record on 7 November 2017.
The UK recognises and welcomes the progress made by Ghana on their human rights agenda.
We have three recommendations:
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To make operational the Ending Child Marriage Unit within the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection.
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In line with the ‘Call to Action’ that Ghana endorsed on 17 September in New York, to adopt a more holistic approach to combating modern slavery, through systematic case referral and improved co-ordination between law enforcement agencies.
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To adopt an open, merit-based selection process when selecting national candidates for UN Treaty Body elections.