UN Independent Expert to visit UK to assess human rights of LGBTQ+ people in the country

The United Nations (UN) Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, Victor Madrigal-Borloz, is to conduct an official visit to the UK from 24 April until 5 May, 2023.

“The visit provides a valuable opportunity to assess the implementation of existing national and international human rights standards to combat violence and discrimination against LGBTQ+ people in the country,” Madrigal-Borloz said.

Madrigal-Borloz will travel to England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to meet with government officials, political representatives, and civil society organisations working on issues related to the human rights of LGBTQ+ persons, and others.

During the visit, Madrigal-Borloz will study the different manifestations of violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Madrigal-Borloz hopes to identify good practices as well as challenges towards the elimination of violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity during his visit, on the basis of which he will provide recommendations to UK authorities based on international human rights law and standards.

Victor Madrigal-Borloz will hold a news conference to share his preliminary findings in London on Friday, 5 May.