Retsudvalget 2023-24
REU Alm.del Bilag 90
Offentligt
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60. 1
Recommendation
Ratify the International Convention for the
Protection of All Persons from Enforced
Disappearance
Consider ratifying the Optional Protocol to the
International Covenant on Economic, Social and
Cultural Rights
Proceed with the early ratification of the
International Convention for the Protection of All
Persons from Enforced Disappearance
Take necessary steps to ratify the International
Convention for the Protection of All Persons from
Enforced Disappearance
Ratify the International Convention for the
Protection of All Persons from Enforced
Disappearance, which Denmark signed in 2007
Intensify efforts on the speedy ratification of the
International Convention for the Protection of All
Persons from Enforced Disappearance
Country
Italy; Argentina; Lithuania; Sudan;
Malawi; Cuba; Costa Rica; France;
Albania
Italy
Position
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
DK comments in 2021
DK follow-up status in 2023
The convention has been ratified on 13 January 2022. Reference is made to the National Report of 22 Feburary 2021, paragraph 6.
60. 2
Noted
60. 3
Japan
Accepted
Denmark is a party to the Covenant itself and to six individual communications procedures in the UN system. The
Government finds that many social and economic rights entail important macro-economic choices, which are better
decided upon in a parliamentary setting - rather than in an expert committee in the isolated context of an individual
complaint.
Ratified on 13 January 2022
Denmark is a party to the Covenant itself and to six individual communications procedures in the UN system. The Government finds that many social and
economic rights entail important macro-economic choices, which are better decided upon in a parliamentary setting - rather than in an expert committee in the
isolated context of an individual complaint.
See 60.1
60. 4
Slovakia
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
See 60.1
60. 5
Switzerland
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
See 60.1
60. 6
Ukraine
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
See 60.1
60. 7
60. 8
60. 9
Consider ratification of the International Convention Armenia
for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced
Disappearance
Consider ratification of the International Convention Armenia
Against the Recruitment, Use, Financing and Training
of Mercenaries
Ratify the International Convention for the
Czechia
Protection of All Persons from Enforced
Disappearance by the next universal periodic review
Ratify the International Convention for the
Protection of All Persons from Enforced
Disappearance in order to strengthen the
international legal regime against enforced
disappearances
Ratify the International Convention on the Protection
of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of
Their Families
Consider ratifying the International Convention on
the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers
and Members of Their Families
Reconsider its decision about not to sign the
International Convention on the Protection of the
Rights of All Migrants Workers and Their Families
Sign and ratify the International Convention on the
Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and
Members of their Families
Ratify the Optional Protocol to the International
Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
Germany
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
See 60.1
Noted
The Government does not plan to ratify the Convention - among other reasons because the definition of a mercenary is
considered too broad.
Ratified on 13 January 2022
The Government does not plan to ratify the Convention - among other reasons because the definition of a mercenary is considered too broad.
Accepted
See 60.1
60. 10
Accepted
Ratified on 13 January 2022
See 60.1
60. 11
60. 12
Indonesia; Argentina; Senegal;
Ghana; Bolivarian Republic of
Venezuela; Rwanda
Niger; Philippines; Timor-Leste;
Côte d’Ivoire
Noted
The Government does not intend to ratify the Convention on Migrant Workers and their families, as the convention does
not consistently distinguish between legally residing and illegally staying workers.
See 60.11.
The Government does not intend to ratify the Convention on Migrant Workers and their families, as the convention does not consistently distinguish between
legally residing and illegally staying workers.
See 60.11
Noted
60. 13
Turkey
Noted
See 60.11.
See 60.11
60. 14
Egypt
Noted
See 60.11.
See 60.11
60. 15
60. 16
60. 17
Portugal; Slovakia; Luxembourg;
Noted
Cyprus; France; Bolivarzian Republic
of Venezuela
Ratify the Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Accepted
1989 (No. 169) of the International Labour
Organization
Ratify the ILO’s Domestic Workers Convention
Namibia
Noted
See 60.2.
See 60.2
DK has already ratified the convention
DK has already ratified the convention.
Thorough tripartite consultations have been carried out on the subject of a possible Danish ratification of the ILO Domestic
Workers Convention. Danish ratification will require legislative measures that would have unintended implications on the
Danish collective agreements that already ensure decent work conditions for domestic workers. It was also the overall
assessment that Denmark to a large extent already meets the requirements in the Convention and the thorough
examination did not reveal significant, uncovered need for protection of domestic workers subject to the Convention.
Denmark has ratified all eight ILO core conventions for all workers, including domestic workers, covering subjects that are
considered fundamental principles and rights at work. Domestic workers living in the household are very rare in Denmark.
Thorough tripartite consultations have been carried out on the subject of a possible Danish ratification of the ILO Domestic Workers Convention. Danish
ratification will require legislative measures that would have unintended implications on the Danish collective agreements that already ensure decent work
conditions for domestic workers. It was also the overall assessment that Denmark to a large extent already meets the requirements in the Convention and the
thorough examination did not reveal significant, uncovered need for protection of domestic workers subject to the Convention. Denmark has ratified all eight
ILO core conventions for all workers, including domestic workers, covering subjects that are considered fundamental principles and rights at work. Domestic
workers living in the household are very rare in Denmark.
60. 18
Ratify the Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No.
189) of the International Labour Organization
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Noted
See 60.17.
See 60.17
60. 19
60. 20
Ratify the ILO’s Violence and Harassment Convention Namibia
Ratify the Kampala Amendments to the Rome
Statute
Liechtenstein
Noted
Noted
National deliberations are in progress as to the decision of ratification.
National deliberations are in progress as to the decision of ratification.
By letter of 1 February 2021, the Danish Government informed the Danish Parliament that it had decided not to ratify the In the summer of 2022, the Danish Government has set up a committee to prepare a basis for reconsidering ratifying the Kampala Amendments to the Rome
Kampala Amendments to the Rome Statute at the present owing to outstanding uncertainty on the scope and content of
Statute. The work of the committee is expected to be concluded by the end of 2023.
the crime of aggression as it appears in the Kampala Amendments, including the lack of ICC practice on the crime of
aggression. The decision not to ratify the Kampala Amendments at the present does not, however, change the Danish
Government’s strong support for the ICC. The Danish Government will continue to engage actively and constructively in the
ongoing review process in order to strengthen the ICC and ensure that the Court can carry out its mandate.
60. 21
Ratify international human rights conventions that it Libya
has not ratified yet, including the International
Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All
Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families
Noted
See 60.11.
See 60.11
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Consider withdrawing the reservation made to article Malawi
40 (2) (b) of the Convention on the Rights of the Child
Consider withdrawing the reservation made to article
40 (2) (b) of CRC
Explore the possibility of withdrawing its reservation
to article 40(2)(b)(v) of the Convention on the Rights
of the Child
Ensure an open, merit-based process when selecting
national candidates for United Nations treaty body
elections
Further the development of a comprehensive human
rights action plan
Afghanistan
Fiji
Noted
The reasons for entering the reservation still apply.
The reasons for entering the reservation still apply.
60. 23
60. 24
Noted
Noted
See 60.22.
See 60.22.
See 60.22
See 60.22
60. 25
United Kingdom of Great Britain
and Northern Ireland
Greece
Accepted
The Government finds that the process for selection of national candidates is open and merit-based, but will continue to
look for ways to improve the process.
A number of thematic action plans are already in place in specific areas. This is the case in relation to amongst others the
action plans on gender equality, on trafficking in human beings and on domestic violence. Denmark finds that a general,
national action plan on Human Rights would not add value.
See 60.26.
See 60.26.
The European Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights
conventions – in accordance with the dualistic legal tradition – have been implemented through noting “harmony of
norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation. In 2014, a committee of experts in
the human rights field delivered its report on inter alia the possibility of incorporating further human rights instruments.
Against the background of the report and subsequent public consultations, the Government decided not to incorporate
further human rights instruments into Danish law. Ratified but non-incorporated human rights instruments remain relevant
sources of law and are invoked before, and applied by, the courts and other authorities (See National report, paragraph 9).
The Government continues to find that the process for selection of national candidates is open and merit-based, but will continue to look for ways to improve
the process.
A number of thematic action plans are already in place, or are currently being developed, in specific areas. This is the case in relation to e.g. the action plans on
gender equality; LGBTQI+; trafficking in human beings; domestic violence; racism; persons with disabilities; and business and human rights. Denmark finds that
a general, national action plan on Human Rights would not add value.
See 60.26
See 60.26
The European Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights conventions – in accordance with the dualistic
legal tradition – have been implemented through noting “harmony of norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation. In
2014, a committee of experts in the human rights field delivered its report on inter alia the possibility of incorporating further human rights instruments.
Against the background of the report and subsequent public consultations, the Government decided not to incorporate further human rights instruments into
Danish law. Ratified but non-incorporated human rights instruments remain relevant sources of law and are invoked before, and applied by, the courts and
other authorities (See National report, paragraph 9).
60. 26
Noted
60. 27
60. 28
60. 29
Develop a comprehensive national human rights
action plan
Develop a comprehensive national human rights
action plan
Take the necessary steps to incorporate the
provisions of the Convention against Torture and
Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or
Punishment into domestic law
Iceland
Burkina Faso
Greece
Noted
Noted
Noted
60. 30
Continue efforts to harmonize domestic legislation
Morocco
with the provisions of the International Covenant on
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
Integrate international obligations related to human
rights into national legislation
Incorporate all provisions of the Convention on the
Rights of the Child and its Optional Protocols into its
national legislation
Incorporate all provisions of the Convention on the
Rights of the Child and its Optional Protocols into
national legislation
Incorporate the United Nations human rights
conventions into the national legislation and give full
effect to the rights enshrined in the conventions
Integrate the Convention against Torture and Other
Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or
Punishment into its national legislation
Saudi Arabia
Slovakia
Accepted
The European Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights
conventions – in accordance with the dualistic legal tradition – have been implemented through noting “harmony of
norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation.
Denmark's international obligations related to human rights are integrated into national legislation, see also 60.30.
See 60.29.
The European Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights conventions – in accordance with the dualistic
legal tradition – have been implemented through noting “harmony of norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation.
60. 31
60. 32
Accepted
Noted
Denmark's international obligations related to human rights are integrated into national legislation, see also 60.30.
See 60.29
60. 33
Slovenia
Noted
See 60.29.
See 60.29
60. 34
South Africa
Noted
See 60.29.
See 60.29
60. 35
Uzbekistan
Accepted
Denmark's international obligations related to human rights are integrated into national legislation, see also 60.30.
Denmark's international obligations related to human rights are integrated into national legislation, see also 60.30. The Danish Government has decided, that
the Danish criminal legislation should be amended to introduce separate and specific penal provisions that criminalize torture as well as crimes against
humanity and war crimes. To this end, a Committee was set up in June 2023. The Committee has been tasked to come up with suggestions for new penal
provisions to be introduced in Danish criminal legislation before the end of 2023.
See 60.29
60. 36
Incorporate all provisions of the CRC and its Optional Zambia
Protocols into the national legislation
Refrain from contributing to gross violations of
human rights of the population targeted by the
unilateral coercive measures, through compliance
with such measures
Step up efforts to protect the rights of marginalized
and minority groups, including immigrants and
persons with disabilities, and to ensure their equal
access to employment, education, health services
and justice
Islamic Republic of Iran
Noted
See 60.29.
60. 37
Noted
The restrictive measures adopted by the UN and EU, which Denmark are legally bound by, are fully compliant with
obligations under international law, including human rights.
The restrictive measures adopted by the UN and EU, which Denmark are legally bound by, are fully compliant with obligations under international law, including
human rights.
60. 38
Republic of Korea
Accepted
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of their health
and background. Thus, children and young people with disabilities or migrant background have equal access to education.
One of the main principles of Danish disability policy is the principle of equal opportunities, which states that public services should aim at supporting persons
with disabilities in achieving their potential on equal terms with persons without disabilities. Furthermore, the Government is developing an action plan with
the aim of creating better opportunities for people with disabilities. The action plan will, among other things, contain a set of goals to get more people with
disabilities to contribute to the labor market, while also looking at opportunities to create flexible educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
60. 39
Adopt a comprehensive legislative framework to
Mexico
prohibit all types of discrimination; and repeal
provisions that encourage stigmatization or
segregation, including the criminalization of begging
Seek a legislative framework that guarantees
protection against discrimination of any kind
Enact comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation
complying with its international obligations that will
promote tolerance as well as better integration of
minorities and immigrants to Danish society
Make progress towards the development and
implementation of a comprehensive law against
discrimination
Take all measures to prevent all forms of
discrimination, namely on grounds of ethnicity,
colour, religion and nationality
Nicaragua
Noted
The Government does not consider the provision in the Criminal Code regarding begging a stigmatizing provision and does
not intend to repeal it. In relation to discrimination, see 60.40.
The Government does not consider the provision in the Criminal Code regarding begging a stigmatizing provision and does not intend to repeal it. In relation to
discrimination, see 60.40.
60. 40
Accepted
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public
authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public
authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate
citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate
citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination. In December 2021, Denmark amended the Act on Gender Equality to
explicitly cover direct and indirect discrimination on the grounds on gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics – in addition to gender and
sexual orientation, which was already covered by the act prior to the amendment.
See 60.41
60. 41
Turkey
Accepted
60. 42
Chile
Accepted
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public
authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public
authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
60. 43
Libya
Accepted
See 60.41
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Continue its efforts to address the gaps in the anti-
discrimination legal framework, including by
adopting comprehensive anti-discrimination
legislation, and to repeal provisions that have direct
and indirect discriminatory effects on refugees and
migrants
Continue efforts to develop measures to prevent
discrimination, intolerance and racism, and combat
hate speech and crimes
State of Palestine
Accepted
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public
authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
See 60.41
60. 45
Tunisia
Accepted
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. As an Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting antisemitism.
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 46
Include all relevant ethnic and religious minorities in United Kingdom of Great Britain
its forthcoming action plan on combatting racism and and Northern Ireland
hate crimes
Enhance laws and legislation to curb all forms of
discrimination, racism and hatred
Malaysia
Accepted
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
However, we do not have current plans to develop a general action plan on racism and hate crimes, but we have a number work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
of initiatives in specific areas with a view to fighting these types of discrimination.
[no comment found]
Reference is made to 60.41
It is of great importance to the Government to prevent and combat racism. The Government has developed an action plan on combatting antisemitism, which
was published in January 2022. Furthermore, Denmark has commenced the work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in
the first half of 2024. In December 2021, Denmark amended the Act on Gender Equality to explicitly cover direct and indirect discrimination on the grounds on
gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics – in addition to gender and sexual orientation, which was already covered by the act prior to the
amendment.
See 60.47
60. 47
Accepted
60. 48
Reduce inequalities and take concrete actions to
promote interracial and interreligious relations
Malaysia
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 49
Take measures to prohibit all forms of discrimination, Bangladesh
racism, xenophobia and intolerance on the grounds
of religion or belief, ethnicity and immigration status
Ensure that measures to combat discrimination
based on gender, ethnic origin or disability are fully
promoted and respected
Costa Rica
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 50
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.41, 60.49
Disability: Since 2018, the Act on prohibition of discrimination on the basis of disability has been in effect within all areas of society.
Sexual harassment: In March 2022, the Danish Government landed a tripartite agreement with the social partners on sexual harassment in the workplace. The
tripartite agreement contains 17 initiatives, including 8 legislative proposals on compensation for victims of sexual harassment and the clarification of the
responsibilities of the employer, among other things.
In spring 2022, the Danish Government established an ‘Alliance against Sexual Harassment’. The Alliance aims to promote lasting cultural change by maintaining
focus on the prevention of sexual harassment and anti-harassment initiatives in the workplace, in education, in cultural life, in communities, sports, volunteer
work, etc. Labor market partners, educational and student organizations and organizations from civil society participates in the alliance. As part of the activities
in the alliance a range of activities will be implemented, including; funding for concrete projects to prevent sexual harassment, a national campaign, a study and
a conference.
Moreover, the Danish Parliament adopted the whistleblower law in June 2021, which entered into force in December 2021 for all public authorities and private
organizations with more than 249 employees. The law implements the EU’s Whistleblowing Directive and aims to provide a safe channel for reporting of sexual
harassment, economic fraud and other unethical behavior.
Gender equality in families: In August 2022, the legislation on earmarked leave entered into force - thus implementing the EU Directive on work-life balance of
parents and carers, specifically regarding earmarked parental leave for both parents. The parental leave is by default equally split with 24 weeks for each
parents – 11 of which will be earmarked and be non-transferable. Moreover, the new rules will provide better opportunities for diverse forms of families to
share the leave as they wish so.
The law on digital mail to all parents or custodians entered into force in March 2022. The law contributes to greater equality between parents, as messages
concerning the child from schools, hospitals etc. is sent to both parents and/or custodians.
Finally, as of January 1st 2022, public child allowance will generally be shared equally between both parents, thus contributing to more equal rights and
responsibility in family life.
60. 51
Adopt a comprehensive strategy to eliminate all
kinds of discrimination on the basis of racism,
religion, gender identity, age and disability, and
ensure non-discriminatory treatment of all minority
communities within its territory
Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea
Noted
See 60.46.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 52
Carry out the necessary actions to fully include in the Ecuador
national legal framework the express prohibition of
all forms of discrimination enshrined in international
human rights instruments, especially on grounds
such as sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,
age and disability
Repeal provisions that have a discriminatory effect in France
public policies, particularly in education and access to
social housing
Further provide information on other measures, and Georgia
on developing of an action plan on racism in the next
periodic report
Intensify efforts to combat discrimination,
Ghana
xenophobia as well as racism and bring perpetrators
to justice
Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation Greece
Accepted
Item 40 to 44. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the
law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-
discrimination.
See 60.41 and 60.50
60. 53
Noted
The Government does not find that there are provisions with discriminatory effect.
The Government does not find that there are provisions with discriminatory effect.
60. 54
Accepted
While Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms, we do not have plans to develop an action plan on
racism as we have a number of initiatives in specific areas with a view to fighting these types of discrimination.
The Government finds that the sufficient legislation and practices are already implemented in this regard.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
See 60.54
60. 55
Accepted
60. 56
Accepted
60. 57
Develop a comprehensive national human rights plan Indonesia
which incorporates actions to prevent xenophobia,
racism and hate crimes, and further encourage social
integration
Noted
Item 40 to 44 + 52. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before
the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on
non-discrimination.
See 60.26 and 60.46.
See 60.40-44. 60.52
The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate
citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
See 60.26, 60.46 and 60.238
A number of thematic action plans are already in place, or are currently being developed, in specific areas. This is the case in relation to e.g. the action plan on
racism, which is expected to be published in a foreseeable future. Denmark finds that a general, national action plan on Human Rights would not add value.
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Adopt a national action plan against racism to
Jordan
combat the persistence of discriminatory acts against
the rights of persons belonging to ethnic, religious,
linguistic minorities
Adopt a national action plan against racism
Namibia
Noted
See 60.46
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 59
Accepted
See 60.46.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
See 60.41, 60.46
60. 60
Develop and implement a national action plan to
combat discrimination on any ground
Pakistan
Noted
See 60.46.
60. 61
Adopt a comprehensive national action plan to
Qatar
combat racism, ethnic and religious hate crimes and
ensure that they are effectively investigated and that
perpetrators are brought to justice
Develop a national action plan on combating racism Russian Federation
and xenophobia having in mind an increase of crimes
on the bases of religious and racial hatred
Adopt a national action plan to combat racism and
Senegal
hate crimes motivated by ethnic or religious
considerations
Consider adopting a national action plan to combat Singapore
racism and hate crime, and ensuring that such crimes
are effectively investigated and prosecuted
Prepare an action plan against Islamophobia
Turkey
Accepted
See 60.46.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government.
Therefore, Denmark has commenced the work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published
in a foreseeable future.
See 60.46.
See 60.54
60. 62
Noted
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 63
Accepted
See 60.46.
See 60.54
60. 64
Accepted
The Government finds that the sufficient legislation and practices are already implemented in this regard. See also 60.46
(on a recommendation not accepted).
See 60.54
60. 65
Noted
See 60.46 and 60.85.
60. 66
Develop a National Human Rights Action Plan; adopt United States of America
comprehensive legislation to combat discrimination,
especially against members of religious and ethnic
minority groups, women and girls, and LGBTQI+
persons; and end the official application of the term
“ghetto” to immigrant communities
Adopt a national action plan against racism, racial
discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance
Belgium
Noted
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024. The Danish Government prefers the term anti-muslim
hatred.
The recommendation is noted, because the Government does not plan to develop a general human rights action plan, see The recommendation is noted, because the Government does not plan to develop a general human rights action plan, see 60.26. In relation to the second part
60.260. In relation to the second part of the recommendation on discrimination, see 60.39. As regards the third part of the of the recommendation on discrimination, it is a fundamental principle in Danish law that all citizens are equal before the law and that public authorities cannot
recommendation on the application of the term "ghetto", see 60.87.
discriminate between citizens on any ground. See 60.49, 60.26, 60.46. As regards the third part of the recommendation on the application of the term "ghetto",
see 60.87.
60. 67
Noted
See 60.46.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
As a mandated by the Act on Gender Equality, the annual gender equality action plan is at the center of the Danish Government's efforts on gender equality.
The Government regularly launches multi-year action plans on specific issues related to gender equality.
60. 68
Adopt a long-term strategy and action plan aiming at Bulgaria
parity between women and men in the public and
private spheres by 2030, in addition to the annual
gender equality action plans
Adopt a national action plan to combat racism and
hate crimes based on ethnic or religious grounds
Burkina Faso
Noted
As a mandated by the Act on Gender Equality, the annual gender equality action plan is at the center of the Danish
Government's efforts on gender equality. The Government regularly launches multi-year action plans on specific issues
related to gender equality.
60. 69
Accepted
See 60.46.
See 60.54
60. 70
Adopt a national action plan to combat racism and
Côte d’Ivoire
hate crimes based on ethnic or religious grounds and
bring perpetrators to justice
Continue the efforts to combat racism and racial
discrimination, including against migrants, also by
taking measures to improve the legislative
framework
Italy
Accepted
See 60.46.
See 60.54
60. 71
Accepted
Item 40 to 44 + 52 + 56. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
on non-discrimination. Item 45. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for
the Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism.
Item 45 + 71. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish
Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting antisemitism.
See 60.54
60. 72
Continue to take further measures to prevent racism, Japan
hate speech and hate crimes, including COVID-19-
related hate incidents
Prohibit instrumentalizing racism, xenophobia and
hate speech by politicians in the pursuit of political
office, and promote inclusion and solidarity
Jordan
Accepted
60. 73
Accepted
Item 45 + 71. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish
Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting antisemitism.
See 60.54
60. 74
Further strengthen measures to combat racism,
Nigeria
racial discrimination, hate speech and hate crimes,
and ensure the full enjoyment of human rights by all
Continue implementing measures to prevent and
Republic of Korea
combat racial discrimination, intolerance and hate
crimes
Continue the efforts of combating racism and
Romania
discrimination
Take the necessary measures to combat racism,
Saudi Arabia
including monitoring and condemning hate speech in
political and public discourse
Accepted
Item 45 + 71. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish
Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting antisemitism.
See 60.54
60. 75
Accepted
Item 45 + 71. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish
Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting antisemitism.
Item 71. See 60.40 and 60.45.
Item 45 + 71 + 72 to 75. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the
Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism. See 60.45.
See 60.54
60. 76
60. 77
Accepted
Accepted
See 60.54
See 60.54
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60. 78
Combat the significant increase in discrimination,
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
racism, xenophobia and hate attacks against migrants
and ethnic minorities, and adopt a comprehensive
action plan for its eradication
Accepted
The first part of the recommendation is accepted, see 60.45. The Government takes note of the second part of the
See 60.54
recommendation regarding the adoption of an action plan, see 60.46. [Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in
all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. However, we do not have current plans to develop a
general action plan on racism and hate crimes, but we have a number of initiatives in specific areas with a view to fighting
these types of discrimination.]
Item 45 + 71 + 72 to 75. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the
Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism. See 60.45.
The Government has taken and will continuously take a number of measures to prevent discrimination, intolerance and
racism. Minority groups and non-citizens legally residing in Denmark enjoy equal access to, housing etc.
See 60.54
60. 79
Combat racism and hate speech, especially against
religious minorities, immigrants and asylum seekers
Step up measures to combat racism and negative
stereotyping, including on social housing initiatives
Malaysia
Accepted
60. 80
Brazil
Accepted
Danish legislation and policies are designed with the aim of ensuring equal treatment and protection for all citizens. All citizens with legal residence in Denmark,
regardless of income, social, religious, ethnic, or national background, have the opportunity to apply for decent housing in the non-profit social housing sector.
60. 81
Combat racial discrimination and hate crimes against China
Asians and people of Asian descent, and prevent
some politicians and the media from inciting racial
discrimination under the pretext of freedom of
expression
Accepted
Item 45 + 71 + 72 to 75 + 77 + 79. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority See 60.54
for the Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism.
60. 82
Ensure that the actions taken by the Government in Costa Rica
the prevention of intolerance, racism or hate crimes
are based on human rights principles, including rights
related to cultural diversity and freedom of worship
Accepted
Item 45 + 71 + 72 to 75 + 77 + 79. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority See 60.54
for the Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism.
60. 83
Implement effective measures to fight against racism Cuba
and hate crimes based on ethnic or religious grounds
Build a more inclusive society by improving national Indonesia
legislation and government programmes aimed at
ending discrimination based on ethnicities or religion
Accepted
60. 84
Accepted
Item 45 + 71 + 72 to 75 + 77 + 79. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority
for the Danish Government. As an example, the Government is currently developing an action plan focusing on combatting
antisemitism.
Item 40 to 44 + 52 + 56 + 71. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are
equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number
of acts on non-discrimination.
See 60.54
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024. The Government attaches great importance to
combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a
number of acts on non-discrimination.
See 60.84
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 85
Take steps to counter ever-increasing Islamophobia
and hate crimes against Muslims in Denmark and
develop comprehensive anti-discrimination
legislation
Islamic Republic of Iran
Accepted
The Government accepts to counter anti-muslim hatred.
60. 86
Remove from the definition of "ghetto" the
Spain
geographic criterion of the residents’ origin and
repeal provisions that in practice discriminate against
residents of "ghettos"
Noted
The Government finds it relevant and necessary to identify residential areas, where residents socio-economically and
regarding the proportion of non-Western immigrants and descendants differ significantly from the national average. No
social housing policy is about determining individual rights based on origin. See also 60.87.
The government finds it relevant and necessary to identify residential areas where the socio-economic conditions of the residents and the proportion of non-
Western immigrants and descendants significantly differ from the national average. By identifying these areas, the government can gain a better understanding
of and address the challenges associated with social and economic inequalities, as well as integration.
It is important to emphasize that the government's efforts do not aim to determine individual rights based on ethnic or cultural origins. Instead, the focus is on
creating equal opportunities and improving conditions in the respective residential areas through various initiatives and policies.
See also 60.87.
60. 87
Stop using the term “ghetto” to designate
disadvantaged residential areas and ensure that
there is no discrimination in solving problems of
social inclusion and housing
Switzerland
Accepted
A political agreement has been reached to change the term “ghetto” used to designate disadvantaged residential areas in
the legislation to “parallel societies” and “areas of transformation”
A political agreement has been reached to change the term “ghetto” used to designate disadvantaged residential areas in the legislation to “parallel societies”
and “areas of transformation”. This change reflects an altered approach to addressing the challenges associated with disadvantaged residential areas. It entails
a greater emphasis on inclusion, integration, and improving living conditions.
60. 88
Step up efforts to eliminate discrimination faced by Turkmenistan
minority groups, non-citizens and refugees, especially
with regard to employment, education, housing,
health services and access to justice
Accepted
Item 40 to 44 + 52 + 56 + 71 + 84. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are See 60.87
equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government, which attaches great importance to
of acts on non-discrimination.
combatting discrimination and actively works to address the challenges faced by minority groups, non-citizens, and refugees. One of the fundamental principles
of Danish law is that all citizens are equal before the law, and it is illegal for public authorities to discriminate against citizens on any grounds. Thus, Denmark
has comprehensive legislation aimed at preventing and eliminating discrimination. Denmark has also commenced the work on a national action plan against
racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
Item 40 to 44 + 52 + 56 + 71 + 84. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate
equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
of acts on non-discrimination.
Item 40 to 44 + 52 + 56 + 71 + 84. The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are The Government attaches great importance to combatting discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate
equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number citizens on any ground. Danish law also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination. Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and
of acts on non-discrimination.
this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be
published in the first half of 2024.
According to the Folkeskole Act the main objective of the Danish Folkeskole is to promote equality and democracy.
According to the Consolidation Act on Social Services, any person, including children and young people, who is lawfully residing in Denmark is eligible to receive
assistance under this Act regardless of their religion or national origin.
According to The Primary School Act, promoting equalitiy and democracy is an integrated part of subjects and an overarching objective in the general school
practice.
When a foreign national who is granted a residence permit on the basis of family reunification no longer meets the
When a foreign national who is granted a residence permit on the basis of family reunification no longer meets the cohabitation-requirement with the partner
cohabitation-requirement with the partner or spouse in Denmark, the Danish immigration authorities must always take
or spouse in Denmark, the Danish immigration authorities must always take into consideration whether the foreign national has ended the relationship as a
into consideration whether the couple have ended the relationship as a consequence of abuse/domestic violence. This rule consequence of abuse/domestic violence. This rule is a part of the current Danish legislation implemented in the Aliens Act. The rule also applies in cases where
is a part of the current Danish legislation implemented in the Aliens Act. The rule also applies in cases where the abuse has the abuse has been aimed at the child. Circumstances such as abuse/domestic violence will be in favor of not revoking the residence permit, even though the
been aimed at the child. Circumstances such as abuse/domestic violence will be in favor of not revoking the residence
couple no longer live together. The immigration authorities will assess whether the foreign national has shown a will to integrate into Danish society, for
permit, even though the couple no longer live together. The immigration authorities will assess whether the foreign
instance through studies, language courses or work while residing in the country. To determine this, the Danish immigration authorities will also take into
national has shown a will to integrate into Danish society, for instance through studies, language courses or work while
consideration whether the integration into Danish society has been prevented by the spouse, for instance if the spouse has prohibited the person in question to
residing in the country. To determine this, the Danish immigration authorities will also take into consideration whether the integrate. It is not a prerequisite for continued residence according to the relevant provision in the Aliens Act (section 19, subsection 7), that the applicant
integration into Danish society has been prevented by the spouse, for instance if the spouse has prohibited the woman to has/has not received social benefits.
integrate.
60. 89
Ensure non-discriminatory treatment of all religious
communities and encourage interreligious and
“interconviction” dialogues
Refrain from legislation that discriminates among
migrants on the basis of their race, religion and
ethnicity
Bahrain
Accepted
60. 90
Pakistan
Accepted
60. 91
60. 92
Take all appropriate measures in order to ensure
Somalia
equality in all aspects of life for the children living in
the country regardless of their religion or national
origin
Design policies to eliminate intersecting forms of
Argentina
discrimination, especially against elderly and migrant
women, and ensure that the granting of residence
permits to women and children who have been
victims of domestic violence is not conditioned upon
the receipt of social benefits
Accepted
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60. 93
Continue efforts to combat hate crime, specifically
Norway
following up on the recommendation by the
European Commission against Racism and
Intolerance to establish a comprehensive data
collection system that would facilitate more efficient
policy design and better analysis of the hate crimes
committed
Take effective actions to prohibit hate speech online Singapore
and offline, including the use of legislative and/or
policy measures
Accepted
[no comment found]
Combatting hate speech and hate crime is an important priority to Denmark. As an example, the Danish National Police has revised its monitoring scheme in a
way that will increase the ability to disaggregate data about hate crime based on type of bias motivation or target group.
60. 94
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.41
Combatting hate speech and hate crime is an important priority to Denmark. Criminal offences regarding hate speech are regulated under Section 266 b of the
Danish Criminal Code according to which any person who publicly, or with intent of dissemination to a wide group, issues a statement or other communication
threatening, humiliating or degrading persons of a particular group because of their race, colour, national or ethnic origin or religious faith or their disability or
sexuality, gender identity, gender expression or gender characteristics is sentenced to a fine or imprisonment for a term not
exceeding two years. Furthermore, according to Section 81, no. 6, of the Danish Criminal Code, when determining a sentence, it should normally be considered
an aggravating circumstance that the act was based on the ethnic origin, religious faith, disability, sexuality or similar issues. It is noted that the reference to
"gender identity, gender expression, or gender characteristics" in Section 226 b and Section 81, no. 6, and to “disability” in Section 266 b of the Danish Criminal
Code was added to the provisions' wording through an amendment that entered into force on January 1 2022.
60. 95
Streamline initiatives aimed at preventing hate
speech and fighting intolerance in a comprehensive
effort to prevent extremism and radicalization
Viet Nam
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.94
60. 96
60. 97
Strengthen the communication between the national Turkey
police and the Muslim community
Put an end to abusive, humiliating and discriminatory Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
practices by the police against ethnic minorities and
prohibit their controls based on ethnic profiling
Thoroughly investigate reports of discrimination
based on xenophobia, hatred and racism against
immigrants or citizens of non-Danish origin and
ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice
Botswana
Noted
Noted
The Government considers that the Danish police maintain an active and positive dialogue with all communities.
The Government considers that the Danish police maintain an active and positive dialogue with all communities.
The Government considers that the Danish police act in a non-abusive, non-humiliating and non-discriminatory way. Should The Government considers that the Danish police act in a non-abusive, non-humiliating and non-discriminatory way. Should a police officer act in such a way, a
a police officer act in such a way, a citizen can complain to the Independent Police Complaint Authority.
citizen can complain to the Independent Police Complaint Authority.
60. 98
Accepted
It is the view of the Danish Government that the recommendation already is implemented.
It is the view of the Danish Government that the recommendation already is implemented.
60. 99
Develop – in consultation with rights holders –
Netherlands
national guidelines for responding to people with
variations in sex characteristics, including the
possibility to postpone non-emergency, invasive and
irreversible genital surgery or hormone treatment on
infants and children until they are able to
meaningfully participate in decision-making and give
their informed consent
Noted
The Government notes that the Danish Pediatric Society’s guidelines on Disorders (differences) of sex development (DSD)
were published in 2019. The Government also notes that all non-emergency surgery requires informed consent. Until the
person turns 15 the required informed consent is given by the parents. No matter the age, the preferences of the person
under 15 should always be taken into account. It should also be noted that it is illegal to perform surgery on cosmetic
indication for children under the age of 18 in Denmark.
The Government notes that the Danish Pediatric Society’s guidelines on Disorders (differences) of sex development (DSD) were published in 2019. The
Government also notes that all non-emergency surgery requires informed consent. Until the person turns 15 the required informed consent is given by the
parents. No matter the age, the preferences of the person under 15 should always be taken into account. It should also be noted that it is illegal to perform
surgery on cosmetic indication for children under the age of 18 in Denmark.
60. 100
Continue promoting the revision of the law to
establish mechanisms that allow minors under 18
years of age to modify their legal gender
Uruguay
Accepted
[no comment found]
A draft bill based on a declaration model without a lower age limit was sent for external consultation on 25 May 2022 in order to be presented before the
Danish Parliament in November 2022. However, as a consequence of the parliamentary election held on 1 November 2022, the bill was not presented. The
current government intends to follow up on the implementation of the LGBT+ action plan for 2022-2025, presented by the former government, which includes
the question of legal gender change for minors. The current government has not yet taken a position on the issue of legal gender reassignment for minors.
Reference is made to 60.41.
In December 2021, The Danish National Center for Social Science Research published a qualitative research paper on experiences of intersex persons. The
Danish Government initiated and financed the publication as a measure to further the safety, well-being and equal opportunities of LGBT+ persons within the
frame of the National Action Plan 2018-2021. The Action Plan took several additional measures with the target to include, protect and further the rights of
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex persons i.e. in schools, work places, in sports and in health care.
The Danish Parliament has adopted amendments to the Discrimination Act and the Gender Equality Act, which explicitly prohibits discrimination on grounds of
gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics. It further amended the penal code to add gender identity, gender expression, and sex
characteristics as aggravating factors for prosecuting hate crime. The amendments entered into force on 1 January 2022.
The Danish Government launched a new LGBT+ action plan in August 2022. The action plan contains 39 initiatives, which promotes the safety, well-being and
equal opportunities for LGBT+ persons. The action plan focuses on five areas 1) LGBT+ families, 2) children and young people’s well-being, 3) intimate partner
violence, sexual assault and hatred toward LGBT+ persons, 4) health and well-being and 5) the fight for rights of LGBT+ persons internationally. The Action Plan
focuses on the living conditions for everyone in the LGBT+ group, including intersex persons.
The Action Plan finances among others three projects led by civil society organizations for in total DKK 5.3 million. One project led by LGBT+ Denmark aims to
increase the well-being of LGBT+ children and youth by fighting prejudice against LGBT+ people through nationwide youth dialogue networks.
Another project operated by LGBT+ Denmark and Lev Uden Vold (Live Without Violence) focuses on preventing intimate partner violence, sexual assault and
abuse within the LGBT+ community by ensuring LGBT+ people’s access to qualified support and counseling services.
Finally, Foreningen for Transkønnede Børn (The Association in Support of Transgender Children) leads a project with the aim to improve living conditions for
transgender children and youth by educating and counseling care persons, such as parents and teachers, to assist their ability to embrace and support
transgender children and youth.
As part of the action plan, funds have also been set aside for an application pool targeted civil society for the creation of a counseling service for minority ethnic
LGBT+ people in relation to sexual health, setting of boundaries, abuse, etc.
60. 101
Maintain the efforts to promote and protect the
rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and
intersex persons, especially to protect the body
integrity of intersex girls and boys
Chile
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 102
60. 103
60. 104
Amend the law to allow persons under the age of 18 Malta
to change their legal gender
Continue to spread the values of tolerance and
Lebanon
openness in Danish society
Develop awareness programmes to promote a
Saudi Arabia
culture of tolerance and respect for cultural diversity,
and combat discrimination, stereotypes and
Islamophobia
Accepted
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
Item 85. The Government accepts to counter anti-muslim hatred.
See 60.100
The purpose clause of The Act on General Upper Secondary Education states that the educations and the institutional culture as a whole must prepare students
for co-determination, co-responsibility, rights and duties in a society with freedom.
Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
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60. 105
Enhance efforts to promote tolerance and
intercultural understanding with the aim of
eliminating discrimination against minorities
Turkmenistan
Accepted
According to the main objective in the Folkeskole Act the Danish Folkeskole must give the pupils an understanding of other Denmark fully recognizes the need to fight racism in all its forms and this is a key priority for the Danish Government. Therefore, Denmark has commenced the
countries and cultures as well as promote equality.
work on a national action plan against racism, which is expected to be published in the first half of 2024.
60. 106
60. 107
Continue with its development assistance to
Turkmenistan
developing countries to better achieve the right to
development as part of the sustainable development
agenda
Maintain its global commitment to official
Ethiopia
development assistance through its steadfast
support via the Danish Development Cooperation
Take concrete measures to combat the negative
Haiti
impacts of climate change, both at home and abroad
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark remains committed to allocate 0.7 percent of GNI to Official Development Assistance. A Rights Based Approach to development is central to Danish
development cooperation.
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.106
60. 108
Accepted
[no comment found]
The Government is committed to take ambitious and concrete measures – at home as well as abroad – to combat the negative impacts of climate change. At
home, the government is strongly committed to do its part in combatting climate change. The Danish Climate Act sets a target of reducing Denmark’s GHG
emissions with 70% in 2030 and Denmark aims to achieve net-negative emissions by 2050. Denmark is also committed to the goals set out in the EU Fit-for-55
package. Abroad, Denmark provides support for climate action through international development cooperation and climate finance. Engagements range from
support to green transition, strategic sector cooperation, building resilience in vulnerable communities and working through multilateral organisations, IFIs and
civil society organisations. Denmark expects to contribute at least 1% of the collective goal of the developed countries to mobilise 100 billion USD annually for
climate finance. Furthermore, to increase ambitious global action, Denmark engages actively through climate diplomacy, in the international climate
negotiations and through UNFCCC workstreams and global climate funds.
60. 109
Increase funding and support to tackle the climate
Bangladesh
crisis, particularly in climate vulnerable countries and
ensure that its contribution to international climate
finance is additional to its ODA
Noted
The Government intends to continue to contribute to international climate finance with a particular focus on vulnerable
Denmark gives high priority to funding and supporting the tackling of the climate crisis, particularly for the most vulnerable. In doing so, the Government
countries both through its development cooperation budget (ODA) and through mobilisation of climate finance from other intends to continue working with developing country partners, civil society organisations and multilateral partners. In 2023, Denmark is scaling up our grant-
sources.
based climate finance to its highest level ever of which at least 60% will be allocated for adaptation, including loss and damage activities. In total, Denmark
expects to contribute at least 1% of the collective goal of the developed countries to mobilise 100 billion USD annually. Denmark is also engaged in the
Transitional Committee on loss and damage, just like Denmark already supports activities to respond to loss and damage.
[no comment found]
The Government is strongly committed to contribute to international climate finance, including efforts to address the climate crisis in developing countries.
Denmark expects to contribute at least 1% of the collective goal of the developed countries to mobilise 100 billion USD annually.
Denmark is also working on developing and testing new and innovative models of mobilising private finance for climate investments.
60. 110
Continue its contribution to the international climate Bhutan
finance and continue its efforts in addressing the
climate crisis, particularly in developing countries
Accepted
60. 111
Continue to support the recognition of the right to a Cyprus
safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment
Accepted
The Government continues to recognize the right to a healthy environment and acknowledge that a safe, clean, healthy and The Government continues to recognize the right to a healthy environment and acknowledge that a clean, healthy and sustainable environment is integral to
sustainable environment is integral to the full enjoyment of human rights. We are committed to explore all necessary
the full enjoyment of human rights. We are committed to explore all necessary aspects of a possible international recognition of the right to a clean, healthy
aspects of a possible international recognition of the right to a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment.
and sustainable environment.
[no comment found]
Naalakkersuisut is planning the development of a national climate strategy, which will be made with the participation and contribution of the local communities
in Greenland. The national climate strategy will set targets for reducing Greenland's emissions of greenhouse gases, and form the framework for Greenland's
efforts in the field of climate change.
Naalakkersuisut is collaborating with Greenland's Language Secretariat and Greenlandic companies on developing an official Greenlandic dictionary on climate
and sustainability terminology. The dictionary will play a crucial role in the accessibility of information and knowledge about climate change for the general
public, and thus be an important tool to ensure inclusion and participation in the societal dialogue about climate change.
In addition, a website in Greenlandic about climate change targeting primarily the Greenlandic speakers is being developed. Based on the official vocabulary on
climate and sustainability, the website will provide access to up-to-date and reliable knowledge about climate change. It will also contain a portal where all
citizens can submit their ideas and contributions to the upcoming national climate strategy.
In Greenland risk reduction and other emergency- and contingency planning is primarily carried out at a local level or as close to the citizens as possible. The
planning is conducted by local actors, ensuring that it is relevant for the individual local communities in its application and operationalization, and thus ensuring
inclusion of the local community and the adaption to their specific risks.
The danish government ensures close cooperation with the relevant authorities in Greenland. Further, a process has been initiated to withdraw the territorial
reservation regarding Greenland to the Paris Agreement.
In Denmark, national and international civil society organisations are important partners through which Denmark engages in international development
cooperation. It is a priority for the Danish government to ensure meaningful participation of civil society organizations in climate negotiations and the
government has an on-going and close dialogue with civil society organizations. Further, the Danish governments funds a youth delegate program to ensure
meaningful participation of youth in the global climate negotiations
The Danish government ensures close cooperation with the relevant authorities in Greenland, and Denmark is an alternate member of the UNFCCC Facilitative
Working Group of the “Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform”.
60. 112
Ensure the meaningful participation of women,
children, persons with disabilities and Inuit
communities in the development and
implementation of climate change and disaster risk
reduction frameworks
Fiji
Accepted
60. 113
Ensure that their businesses respect human rights
and avoid environmental damage in other countries
Islamic Republic of Iran
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark is actively supporting the introduction of mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence at the EU level through the Corporate
Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The main focus of the follow-up on the recommended actions is to finalize negotiations on the CSDDD, which
serves as a crucial framework for businesses to conduct due diligence, respect human rights, and prevent environmental damage. The directive outlines legal
obligations, regulatory requirements, and accountability measures, ensuring a comprehensive approach to promoting and safeguarding human rights and the
environment. In line with this, Denmark has actively worked to align the CSDDD with international standards such as the United Nations Principles on Business
and Human Rights and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.
See 60.113
60. 114
Establish effective mechanisms to require businesses Panama
in its territory or under its jurisdiction to conduct
human rights-related due diligence to address abuses
regarding toxic substances throughout their supply
chain
Consider obligations on business enterprises to carry South Africa
out due diligence to respect human rights and the
environment within their global value chains and by
their business relationships, to prevent any harm
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 115
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
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60. 116
Enact specific legislation to conflict-affected areas
(State of Palestine
and provide guidance and advice for business
enterprises on ensuring respect for human rights to
prevent and address the heightened risk of corporate
involvement in gross human right violations in
conflict-affected areas, including situations of foreign
occupation
Adopt a legislative and regulatory framework that
commits companies to respect human rights and
prevent environmental damage throughout their
value chains and business relationships
Togo
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
60. 117
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
Complementary to these efforts, the Danish Government has initiated several programs to uphold and promote the respect of and work with human rights,
including the prevention of doing environmental harm, among Danish companies throughout their value chains and business relationships.
More specifically, the Ministry of Industry, Business, and Financial Affairs has introduced digital guidance focusing on, among others, environmental and human
rights due diligence, accessible for all Danish companies. Additionally, starting April 2022, the regional business hubs in Denmark have provided free,
customized one-on-one guidance for Danish companies on this matter. More than 375 Danish companies have participated in this as of June 2023.
The guidance draws upon the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible
Business Conduct and is continuously updated and expanded in line with developments in legislation and other regulatory frameworks in the area as well as the
needs of companies.
60. 118
Strengthen the legal and other regulatory
Malawi
frameworks to ensure that an obligation of human
rights due diligence is borne by companies domiciled
in its jurisdiction and hold them accountable for
violations of economic, social and cultural rights
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
60. 119
Adopt legal and other regulatory frameworks
Zambia
requiring business entities to exercise human rights
due diligence in their operations at home and abroad
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
60. 120
Continue to encourage and ensure that businesses
Fiji
domiciled in its jurisdiction respect human rights and
are environmentally responsible and accountable
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
60. 121
Introduce legislation requiring companies and
investors to respect human rights and to prevent
environmental harm, including by carrying out due
diligence, and to establish corporate liability for
human rights and environmental harm
Include torture as a distinct offence in its Criminal
Code
Finland
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.113
60. 122
North Macedonia
Noted
Torture is already an offence in the Danish Criminal Code, as it is included in the provisions regarding violence, cf. Sections Torture is already an offence in the Danish Criminal Code, as it is included in the provisions regarding violence, cf. Sections 244 and 245, among other
244 and 245, among other provisions. Furthermore, torture is expressively mentioned in Section 157 a in the Criminal Code. provisions. Furthermore, torture is expressively mentioned in Section 157 a in the Criminal Code. According to this provision, the use of torture is considered an
According to this provision, the use of torture is considered an aggravating factor in the sentencing of any crime.
aggravating factor in the sentencing of any crime.
See 122.
[no comment found]
See 60.122
The government does not agree to the premise set out in this recommendation. However the government is committed to maintaining appropriate standards
in prisons. To this end the Government has enacted a number of initiatives to increase the capacity of the Danish prison system, inter alia by constructing new
prison facilities, expanding old prison facilities, recruting more prison personell and reducing unecescarry administrative burdens.
60. 123
60. 124
Include torture as a separate offence in its Criminal
Code
Cease torture and cruel and inhuman treatment in
places of detention, particularly for persons with an
immigration background
Turkey
Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea
Noted
Accepted
60. 125
Reduce the use of coercive measures in the
psychiatric system, in particular against children
Italy
Accepted
The Danish Government has a strong focus on helping people with mental illness. Hence, the Government is now working
on a comprehensive 10-year plan to permanently improve psychiatric care. The plan will set a long-term direction for
mental health treatment in Denmark, and will focus on prevention and stronger coherence between general practice,
psychiatric hospital services and the social services. Furthermore, children and young people as well as citizens with both
mental illness and drug and/or alcohol abuse will be given a special focus in the plan. In this process, recommendations for
a new target to reduce coercion will be developed. Until new ambitious goals to reduce compulsion have been
implemented, the Government will closely continue to follow the extent of compulsion in psychiatric hospitals.
Denmark maintains a significant commitment to diminishing the utilization of coercion within psychiatric care. During the fall of 2022, a comprehensive political
agreement was forged concerning a 10-year plan to permanently improve psychiatric care. One of the key components of this agreement entails the
establishment of a novel objective aimed at reducing the reliance on coercion within psychiatric practices, placing specific emphasis on the welfare of children
and adolescents.
Moreover, the agreement includes a dedicated commitment to investigating potential alternatives of less intrusive coercive measures, under the condition that
such alternatives do not lead to an overall escalation in the employment of coercion within psychiatric care.
60. 126
Reduce the use of coercion on adults and children
within psychiatric care from current levels
Sweden
Accepted
See 60.125.
See 60.125
60. 127
Ensure that the use of physical restraint and other
Austria
forms of coercion in psychiatric institutions is in line
with international human rights norms and standards
Accepted
See 60.125.
See 60.125
60. 128
Incorporate consent into the elements that make up Panama
the legal definition of rape, in line with the
recommendations of the Committee on Economic,
Social and Cultural Rights
Accepted
After the publication of Denmark’s sixth periodic report to the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, the
Danish Parliament has adopted a new consent-based rape provision, according to which sex without consent is rape. The
st
provision entered into force on 1 of January 2021.
The Danish Parliament adopted a consent-based rape provision, according to which sex without consent is rape. The provision entered into force on 1st of
January 2021. After the provision entered into force, the number of charges and indictments for rape has increased. Furthermore, there is a trend towards an
increase in the number of convictions for rape. This indicates that the new provision has had an effect. To support the new provision, the Minister of Gender
Equality launched a campaign "Only with consent", that ran until spring 2021. At the same time as the campaign was launched, a new nationwide and
anonymous hotline for rape victims opened at Lev Uden Vold. The hotline aims to increase rape victims' awareness of their rights and options, as well as
contribute to more victims contacting rape victims' centers and reporting to the police.
60. 129
Ensure the creation of effective mechanisms to
combat sexual abuse and domestic violence,
especially against women
Nicaragua
Accepted
The Government attaches great importance to combatting sexual abuse and domestic violence against women.
See 60.213
The Government attaches great importance to combatting sexual abuse and domestic violence against women.
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60. 130
Take measures to increase prosecution of
perpetrators of sexual violence
Bahamas
Accepted
As of 2021, several steps had already been taken to make sure that cases of sexual violence are effectively investigated and
prosecuted. As an example the Director of Public Prosecutions and the State Prosecutors have established a temporary
referral system for rape cases that are intended to be closed. Such cases must be submitted to the State Prosecutor for
decision on whether the case should be closed or prosecuted. The Director of Public Prosecutions has also set out general
guidelines to the prosecutors on how to handle cases on sexual crimes and will continue the efforts to effectively combat
sexual violence by ensuring effective prosecutions and sanctions of perpetrators in all police districts.
As of 2021, several steps had already been taken to make sure that cases of sexual violence are effectively investigated and prosecuted. As an example the
Director of Public Prosecutions and the State Prosecutors have established a temporary referral system for rape cases that are intended to be closed. Such
cases must be submitted to the State Prosecutor for decision on whether the case should be closed or prosecuted. The Director of Public Prosecutions has also
set out general guidelines to the prosecutors on how to handle cases on sexual crimes and will continue the efforts to effectively combat sexual violence by
ensuring effective prosecutions and sanctions of perpetrators in all police districts.
In addition to the 2021 contribution, the Danish National Police has issued guidelines on the police’s handling of cases concerning rape. The guidelines include
mandatory investigation steps that the police must take.
The Danish Police has increased the use of trauma-informed practice by the police by offering a 12 day training course. The aim of the course is to improve the
police’s handling of cases relating to domestic violence, stalking, rape and honour-related crimes, and to ensure that more police officers acquire up-to-date
knowledge relating to the complexity of these types of cases.
In each police district a specialised team has been established for cases relating to domestic violence, rape, stalking and honour-related crimes, that inter alia
provide knowledge about domestic and intimate partner violence and rape and support investigators and prevention officers in their work. Furthermore the
interrogation of victims of rape has been improved by offering the possibility to use video-recorded interrogation in these cases. In addition to the 2021
contribution, it is noted that the temporary referral system for rape cases ended on 31 December 2022.
See in addition comments under 60.128
60. 131
Continue its efforts to eliminate all forms of sexual
Liechtenstein
and gender-based violence, including by addressing
barriers to reporting, investigation and prosecution
of sexual violence, and to provide justice to survivors
Accepted
The Criminal Code already contains provisions criminalizing sexual abuse and violence, and the Government has taken - and Reference is made to 60.213
will continuously take - measures to prevent sexual abuse and domestic violence against women.
The Criminal Code already contains provisions criminalizing sexual abuse and violence, and the Government has taken - and will continuously take - measures to
prevent sexual abuse and domestic violence against women.
The police always encourages the reporting of criminal offences to the police. The police is conscious that the victim’s encounter with the police may be
decisive in whether the victim wish to make a report and to whether or not the report is maintained. The handbook on trauma-informed practice in the police
contains a section on the initial encounter between the police and people affected by crises and trauma. The handbook on trauma-informed practice also
contains sections on crisis and trauma reactions, the importance of the interrogation to the mental processing of the incident, and the prevention of secondary
victimization in the encounter between the victim and the police and victim drop-out among other things. When the police handle cases concerning violence
against women, a contact person is assigned to the victim, from initial report to the final decision of the court, unless the victim declines this. The contact
person must inter alia provide guidance and information on the legal position of the victim, including their right to have a support attorney appointed, the
progress of the case and its expected development, as well as safeguards relating to court appearances.
60. 132
Continue efforts to strengthen policies and strategies Tunisia
to prevent domestic violence and to protect women
and children who are victims of violence
Accepted
See 60.129 and 60.130.
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.213
The Danish Police has increased the use of trauma-informed practice by the police by offering a 12 day training course. The aim of the course is to improve the
police’s handling of cases relating to domestic violence, stalking, rape and honour-related crimes, and to ensure that more police officers acquire up-to-date
knowledge relating to the complexity of these types of cases.
In order to strengthen the police and the prosecution services work process in cases of violence in close relationships, stalking, rape and honour-related crimes,
a new e-learning course in trauma-informed practice has been introduced by the Director of Public Prosecution in 2022. The course provides the prosecutors
with information on reaction patterns when traumatized victims are in contact with authorities and in situations where re-experience is necessary for example
during interrogation in court, all to ensure a greater understanding for the victims’ situation.
On 1 January 2022 an amendment to the law entered into force according to which the victim in cases of rape or sexual activity other than sexual intercourse
must be offered a video recording of the first interview with the police according to section 745 e of the Administration of Justice Act.
If prosecution services decide to press charges, the video must be played in court in the presence of the victim and the victim must confirm the testimony given
to the police. There will also be an opportunity to ask the victim supplementary questions in the courtroom.
Furthermore, on 1 March 2022 an amendment to the Administration of Justice Act entered into force giving victims of sexual violence the right to speak with a
lawyer free of charge prior to a potential report to the police.
60. 133
Continue efforts to increase protections for victims of Australia
gender-based violence during investigations,
including regular training for relevant professionals
on the National Police Guidelines
Accepted
The Danish Administration Act already contains a number of provision aiming at strengthening the rights of victims. For
example, the victim of certain crimes (e.g. sexual offences, physical and psychological violence) will be appointed a lawyer
to assist and support him/her before police questioning and during the trial. The lawyer can help the victim and safeguard
the victim’s interests throughout the criminal justice process, at no cost to the victim. All prosecutor trainees are obliged to
attend the prosecutor education program, which over a period on 3 years contains practical education and nine theoretical
modules followed by an exam. One module deals with contact with witnesses, including witness psychology, code of
practice and theory on the memory of witnesses, including victims of crimes. The Director of Public Prosecutions offers
further voluntary education for all prosecutors. Denmark will continue its efforts to strengthening to rights of victims. The
multi-annual agreement for 2021-2023 allocated funds for better support to victims of sexual offences, including the
opportunity to receive guidance from a lawyer before filing a police report.
60. 134
60. 135
Ensure that combating gender-based violence
Cyprus
remains a top priority
Continue strengthening policies to combat domestic Dominican Republic
violence and sexual abuse and the implementation of
protection and assistance programmes for victims
Address the use of solitary confinement as a
disciplinary measure in line with the
recommendations of the Council of Europe’s
Committee on the Prevention of Torture
Ireland
Accepted
Accepted
See 60.129 and 60.130.
See 60.129, 60.130 and 60.133.
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.213
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.133, 60.213
60. 136
Accepted
The Danish Prison and Probations Service may impose solitary confinement as a disciplinary sanction. This includes using a
penalty cell and exclusion from community. A convicted person can be imposed penalty cell for no longer than four weeks.
The conditions for the use of solitary confinement of persons under the age of 18 are very strict and the possibility of such
confinement is only used in exceptional cases. Persons under the age of 18 are only placed outside juvenile departments if
it is assessed to be for the benefit of the individual. Reference is also made to the National Report, paragraph 78.
By law 893 of 21 June 2022, the maximum length of time a person can be imposed penalty cell as a dicsiplinary sanction has been adjusted. This means that a
decision on penalty cell as a disciplinary sanction cannot exceed 14 days (before the amendment penalty cell could be imposed for no longer than four weeks).
However, it it is still possible to exceed the maximum of 14 days (not exceeding four weeks) under special circumstances, namely in cases with particularly
challenging and outwardly responsive inmates. The above-mentioned does also apply to prisoners remanded in custody. The conditions for the use of solitary
confinement of persons under the age of 18 are very strict and the possibility of such confinement is only used in exceptional cases. For persones under the age
of 18, the maximum period of solitary confinement is seven days, unless the case concerns violence against staff in the institution.
60. 137
Abolish the use of solitary confinement on minors
and ensure that its use as a disciplinary measure for
inmates is in accordance with the Mandela Rules, as
recommended by the European Committee for the
Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading
Treatment or Punishment
Adopt legislation to completely abolish solitary
confinement of children
Prohibit the use of solitary confinement for children
within the criminal justice system
Reduce the practice of solitary confinement
exceeding 14 days in prisons and at Danish
deportation/refugee centres from current levels
Take measures against serious overcrowding in
prisons, terrible prison conditions and the violation
of inmates’ rights
Norway
Noted
See 60.136.
Minors (persons under the age of 18) can be imposed penalty cell as a discplinary sanction for no more than 7 days, unless the minor has been violent againgst
staff in the institution. However, minors can participate in employment within the institution, when they are imposed penalty cell as a disciplinary sanction,
unless there are specific reasons to the contrary. The above-mentioned does also apply to minors remanded in custody.
60. 138
60. 139
60. 140
Poland
Slovenia
Sweden
Noted
Noted
Accepted
See 60.136.
See 60.136.
See 60.136.
See 60.137
See 60.137
See 60.136
60. 141
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Accepted
The Government is committed to maintaining appropriate standards in prisons and does not agree to the premise set out in The government does not agree to the premise set out in this recommendation. However the government is committed to maintaining appropriate standards
this recommendation.
in prisons. To this end the Government has enacted a number of initiatives to increase the capacity of the Danish prison system, inter alia by constructing new
prison facilities, expanding old prison facilities, recruting more prison personell and reducing unecescarry administrative burdens.
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60. 142
Further foster freedom of religion and belief
Romania
Accepted
[no comment found]
The Danish Constitution contains a number of guarantees in regards of personal freedoms, including the liberty to form congregations for the worship of God in
a manner according with their convictions, provided that nothing contrary to good morals or pubic order shall be taught or done. Furthermore The European
Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights conventions – in accordance with the dualistic legal tradition –
have been implemented through noting “harmony of norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation.
In Denmark, religious communities do not need any registration or official permission to exercise their religious affairs.
However, religious communities do have the possibility to register as a recognised religious community through the Act on Religious Communities outside the
Established Church of Denmark. The act, which was adopted in 2017, unifies and codifies previous rules and practices on religious communities into one single
Act. The Act promotes tolerance towards and respect for religious diversity in the Danish society by clarifying the rights and obligations imposed when a
religious community is recognised according to the Act. For instance, recognised religious communities can apply for permission to perform legally accepted
marriages and for certain benefits in regards to Danish tax laws.
60. 143
Maintain the special status of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church as the “Established Church of
Denmark”
Haiti
Accepted
[no comment found]
In Denmark, freedom of religion or belief is protectede by the Danish Constituion. Section 67 of the Danish Constitution reads that “citizens shall be at liberty to
form congregations for the worship of God in a manner which is in accordance with their convictions, provided that nothing contrary to good morals or public
or-der shall be taught or done”.
Section 4 of the Danish Constitution reads that the “the Evangelical-Lutheran Church shall be the Established Church of Denmark, and as such shall be
supported by the state”. Thus, the Constitution grants a special status to the Evangelical-Lutheran Church.
In Denmark, freedom of religion or belief protected by the Danish Constitution. Section 67 of the Danish Constitution reads that “citizens shall be at liberty to
form congregations for the worship of God in a manner which is in accordance with their convictions, provided that nothing contrary to good morals or public
or-der shall be taught or done”. Section 4 of the Danish Constitution reads that the “the Evangelical-Lutheran Church of Denmark shall be the Established
Church, and as such shall be supported by the state”. Thus, the Constitution grants a special status to the Evangelical-Lutheran Church.
The Danish Constitution contains a number of guarantees in regards of personal freedoms, including the liberty to form congregations for the worship of God in
a manner according with their convictions, provided that nothing contrary to good morals or pubic order shall be taught or done. Furthermore The European
Convention of Human Rights was incorporated into Danish law in 1992, while other human rights conventions – in accordance with the dualistic legal tradition –
have been implemented through noting “harmony of norms” or transforming the contents of the specific convention into Danish legislation.
A ban on garments that cover the face in public has been introduced in order to protect the respect for the community, values and cohesion of the Danish
society and is intended to promote social interaction and co-existence in Denmark. The Government does not intend to repeal the ban.
See 60.145
Import to Denmark of meat from animals slaughtered according to religious rituals without prior sedation is not prohibited. Ritual slaughter of animals is
possible in Denmark provided the animal is sedated prior to the slaughter. A ban against slaughter without prior sedation was introduced in Denmark by
Administrative Order no. 135 of 14 February 2014 Concerning Slaughter and Killing of Animals. No Danish slaughterhouse had utilised the possibility to apply for
permission to perform ritual slaughter of animals without prior sedation in the 10 years prior to the ban.
60. 144
Ensure respect for personal freedoms, with an
emphasis on religious freedom
Nicaragua
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 145
60. 146
Amend legislation to abolish the ban on facial
Pakistan
covering that is violative of international human
rights law
Ensure members of religious minority groups are
United States of America
guaranteed the right to freedom of religion or belief,
including by repealing the ban on full face coverings
in public places and permitting kosher and halal
slaughter of animals
Noted
Noted
A ban on garments that cover the face in public has been introduced in order to protect the respect for the community,
values and cohesion of the Danish society and is intended to promote social interaction and co-existence in Denmark. The
Government does not intend to repeal the ban.
See 60.145. Import to Denmark of meat from animals slaughtered according to religious rituals without prior sedation is
not prohibited. Ritual slaughter of animals is possible in Denmark provided the animal is sedated prior to the slaughter. A
ban against slaughter without prior sedation was introduced in Denmark by Administrative Order no. 135 of 14 February
2014 Concerning Slaughter and Killing of Animals. No Danish slaughterhouse had utilised the possibility to apply for
permission to perform ritual slaughter of animals without prior sedation in the 10 years prior to the ban.
60. 147
Hold social media companies to account when illegal Canada
user-generated content is not addressed in a timely
fashion
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark has actively and constructicely participated in negotiations in EU to promote the swift adoption of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 19 October 2022 on a single market for Digital Services and amending Directive 2000/31/EC (Digital Services Act), hereafter
the DSA. The DSA introduces obligations for inter alia online social media to put in place mechanisms to allow users to notify allegedly illiegal content to the
platform and to process such notices timely. Notices submitted by trusted flaggers (certified on the basis of the DSA) must be prioritized by the platform. The
government will put a bill before the Danish Parliament in October proposing provisions for organising the Danish enforcement regime and provisions on
sanctions. Further, the Danish government is strongly comitted to take active part in the ongoing work at EU level to ensure that the DSA will be effectively
enforced across the EU.
60. 148
Ensure full investigation in cases of human
Iraq
trafficking, including sexual exploitation, and bring to
justice the perpetrators
Accepted
The Government notes that as part of a political agreement on the budget of for the Police and the Prosecution Service, the
Danish Government has decided to establish a new, national investigation unit, where the most specialized police- and
prosecutorial competencies are united. The new, national investigation unit will be engaged in investigating the most
complex areas of crime, including organized human trafficking.
In December 2020, a political agreement was reached regarding the financial framework of the Danish police and Prosecution Service (“the multiannual
agreement”), which added more resources to the Danish police and the Public Prosecution Service in general. The agreement also added resources for the
police to handle cases regarding forced labour.
The agreement also ensured the establishment of the new Special Crime Unit (NSK). The Special Crime Unit’s main objective is to strengthen the investigation
and prosecution against the most complex economic and organized crime. The Special Crime Unit will also be able to handle or provide assistance to the police
districts in certain cases regarding Trafficking in Human beings (thb). In May 2022, a bill was adopted by which a new provision was added to the Danish
Criminal Code criminalizing exploitation of workers under manifestly unreasonable conditions. The provision also covers sexual exploitation under manifestly
unreasonable conditions. The new provision entered into force June 1 2022.
See 60.148.
60. 149
Ensure that cases of human trafficking are effectively Jordan
investigated and the perpetrators prosecuted and
adequately punished
Continue measures to prevent trafficking in persons
Nepal
Accepted
See 60.148.
60. 150
60. 151
Accepted
Accepted
See 60.148.
[no comment found]
See 60.148, 60.157
See 60.148, 60.157
The Danish Working Environment Authority (WEA) has hosted multiple seminars about THB with the purpose of training WEA inspectors in identifying possible
victims of THB.
See 60.157, 60.148
As regards access to redress, victims of human trafficking may claim compensation from the offender of the crime during the criminal proceedings or through a
civil claim. Further, victims who have suffered physical or psychological injury or damage as a result of a criminal offence are allowed to apply for state
compensation in accordance with the rules laid down in the Act on State Compensation to Victims of Crime. In this case, the Criminal Injuries Compensation
Board (Erstatningsnævnet) decides, through an administrative procedure, whether the state provides compensation to the victim. On this ground, Denmark
finds that the recommendation is already satisfied as to ensuring victims’ access to redress.
See 60.148 and 60.152 as regards access to reparations.
Sustain efforts in combating human trafficking and
Nigeria
ensure the protection of the rights of victims as well
as the rights of migrants
Ensure just and comprehensive investigation of
Qatar
human trafficking cases, bring perpetrators to justice,
ensure victims’ access to redress, and establish
mechanisms to identify and protect child victims of
trafficking
60. 152
Accepted
See 60.148.
60. 153
Strengthen its efforts to thoroughly investigate all
cases of human trafficking, including trafficking in
children, and ensure survivors’ access to justice and
reparations
Liechtenstein
Accepted
See 60.148.
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60. 154
Step up efforts to combat human trafficking and
Serbia
sexual exploitation, to establish mechanisms for the
identification and protection of child victims of
trafficking, to ensure that child victims are not
treated as criminals, to provide free legal aid and
professional psychological assistance to child victims
and to ensure that children, after repatriation, have a
guaranteed residence permit in Denmark
Partly-accepted
Noted. The first part of the recommendation concerning not treating child victims as offenders and providing assistance is The Government finds that the recommendation is already satisfied as to ensure that child victims are not treated as offenders and as to legal aid. The
accepted. The second part of the recommendation regarding a guaranteed residence permit for victims in Denmark is not Government Denmark understands the second part of the recommendation as a recommendation to provide child victims of trafficking who have repatriated
accepted. The Government finds that the recommendation is already satisfied as to ensure that child victims are not
to their home country with a guaranteed residence permit in Denmark. Denmark cannot accept this part of the recommendation.
treated as offenders and as to legal aid. The Government of Denmark understands the second part of the recommendation
as a recommendation to provide child victims of trafficking who have repatriated to their home country with a guaranteed
residence permit in Denmark. Denmark cannot accept this part of the recommendation [from Annex].
60. 155
Adopt a renewed action plan to combat trafficking in United Kingdom of Great Britain
persons from 2022, prioritizing a victim-centred
and Northern Ireland
approach and prosecution of traffickers
Ensure effective investigation and prosecution of
Belarus
crimes of trafficking in persons, especially in cases
where the victims are asylum seekers, and review the
conditions for granting residence permits to victims
of trafficking in persons
Strengthen mechanisms to protect and guard against Botswana
trafficking in human beings, including sexual
exploitation
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.157
60. 156
Noted
See 60.148. The Government does not intend to review the conditions for granting residence permits to victims of
trafficking. The Government finds that the current legislation is in accordance with Denmark's international obligations.
See 60.148
The Government does not intend to review the conditions for granting residence permits to victims of trafficking. The Government finds that the current
legislation is in accordance with Denmark's international obligations.
60. 157
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.148
Denmark has had national action plans to combat human trafficking since 2002 and launched a new national action plan in 2022 which runs until 2025. The
current action plan entails a strengthened effort for victims of human trafficking in all forms. The action plan allocates 118.2 million DKK to the area, which
supplements existing grants for the general effort in relevant authorities. The outreach work in the field of prostitution under the auspices of the Government-
funded NGO’s is reinforced, the specialized accommodation for female victims of trafficking is upgraded, and there is a strengthened focus on the investigation
and prosecution of perpetrators
A number of authorities contribute to identify and prevent human trafficking through inspections, controls and actions in environments where human
trafficking or gross exploitation of labour may be suspected. Furthermore, there is a continued focus on awareness and knowledge-sharing and training of
relevant public and private actors on indicators of trafficking.
60. 158
Eliminate human trafficking by addressing its root
causes
China
Accepted
The Government is committed to continue to contribute to the elimination of the root causes of human trafficking through See 60.157
Denmark's development assistance.
The Government is committed to continue to contribute to the elimination of the root causes of human trafficking through Denmark’s development assistance.
[no comment found]
See 60.157
60. 159
Take effective measures to prevent and suppress
Cuba
trafficking in persons for the purpose of exploitation,
in particular among unaccompanied minors
Ensure that cases of trafficking in human beings are Democratic People’s Republic of
thoroughly investigated, perpetrators are brought to Korea
justice and victims could have access to reparation
Ensure that child victims of trafficking are not treated Philippines
as offenders and are provided child- and gender-
sensitive legal and psychosocial assistance and
support
Consider establishing a national mechanism to
Sudan
identify and protect child victims of trafficking to
ensure that child victims are not treated as offenders
Accepted
60. 160
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.148
60. 161
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.154. 60.157, 60.162
Children who are lawfully residing in Denmark are eligible to receive assistance under the Consolidation Act on Social Services and thus the municipalities have
an obligation to implement the necessary support for the children. In particular, the Act offers a number of social services that can support the individual and
prevent social exclusion and vulnerability, which otherwise in some instances could make children vulnerable to trafficking in persons.
See 60.154
Danish authorities are particularly aware of the special vulnerability of child victims of trafficking. Therefore, a wide range of measures, including individual
assistance and support for the child victims are offered in a close cooperation between the involved actors and the child's personal representative.
Unaccompanied minors that are victims of human trafficking are appointed a personal representative who supports, guides and ensures the minors best
interests.
See 60.154
See 60.154, 60.157, 60.162, 60.164
Children who are lawfully residing in Denmark are eligible to receive assistance under the Consolidation Act on Social Services and thus the municipalities have
an obligation to implement the necessary support for the children. In particular, the Act offers a number of social services that can support the individual and
prevent social exclusion and vulnerability, which otherwise in some instances could make children vulnerable to trafficking in persons.
60. 162
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 163
60. 164
Provide victims of child trafficking with free legal aid Zambia
Establish mechanisms to identify and protect child
victims of trafficking, ensuring prevention of
secondary victimization, and provide child victims
with free legal aid, and support from child
psychologists and social workers
Croatia
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
60. 165
Continue to support, through economic and social
policies, the institution of the family and the
preservation of family values
Haiti
Noted
Danish legislation promotes and protects family life. The Government leaves it to the citizens to decide how to organize
Danish legislation promotes and protects family life. The Government leaves it to the citizens to decide how to organize their family life. Thus, a family may
their family life. Thus, a family may establish itself within the concept of marriage (same sex or other) or cohabitation or as establish itself within the concept of marriage (same sex or other) or cohabitation or as couple not living together or as a person living alone. The different
couple not living together or as a person living alone. The different possibilities for establishing family life form the basis of possibilities for establishing family life form the basis of childhood and the formation and well-being of children.
childhood and the formation and well-being of children.
See No. 60.165
See 60.165
60. 166
Promote policies for supporting the family, as it is the Egypt
fundamental and natural unity of society
Legislate on conditions of work and welfare, so as to Thailand
ensure that minimum standards be applicable to all
workers, especially those from non-European
countries
Noted
60. 167
Noted
The defining characteristic of the Danish labour market model is that the government does not interfere or legislate
regarding wages and working conditions, since the primary responsibility for regulating wages and working conditions lies
with the social partners. Legislating as recommended would interfere with the social partners’ autonomy to negotiate
working conditions and would undermine the cornerstone of the Danish labour market model.
Danish labour legislation covers, amongst other, health and safety, holiday entitlement, sickness benefits, equal treatment, equal pay and maternity/paternity
leave. The labour legislation provides minimum standards and applies whether or not workers are covered by collective agreements. There is no statutory
minimum wage in Denmark. Wages and working conditions are defined in collective agreements at branch, sectoral or company level.
More than four out of five workers on the Danish Labour Market is covered by a collective agreement. It is assumed that the collective agreements generally
improves the working conditions beyond the minimum standards in the legislation, even for those not covered by a collective agreement.
The defining characteristic of the Danish labour market model is that the parliament to a wide extend does not intervein in the regulation of pay and working
conditions as long as the parties themselves are able to resolve issues in a responsible manner.
Posted workers are to a wide extend covered by the same minimum standards as Danish citizens. Moreover the Danish social partners are particularly aware
of ensuring good conditions for foreign workers while they work in Denmark.
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60. 168
Take legislative measures related to conditions of
work in order to guarantee that minimal standards
apply to all workers, including those who are not
covered by collective conventions
Luxembourg
Noted
See 60.167.
See 60.167
60. 169
Consider increasing access to employment and more Cambodia
support programmes for immigrants’ better
integration into the labour market
Enforce the principle of equal pay for work of equal
value in order to narrow and ultimately close the
gender pay gap
Iceland
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.238
60. 170
Accepted
[no comment found]
Danish legislation already enforces the principle of equal pay with the Act on Equal Pay between Men and Women that prohibits unequal pay on grounds of
gender. The law requires companies with at least 35 employees and at least 10 men and 10 women in the same function to develop gender segregated pay
statistics to be discussed with the workers' representatives at company level. Moreover, Denmark will soon be implementing the EU Pay Transparancy Directive
in close corporation with the Danish Social Partners.
60. 171
Continue efforts to eliminate the wage gap between Iraq
women and men, especially among women migrants
Take necessary steps to bridge the pay gap to ensure Kazakhstan
transparency of difference in wages between the
sexes
Develop comprehensive anti-discrimination
Kazakhstan
legislation that prohibits differential treatment based
on all grounds of discrimination
Continue its efforts towards reducing the gender pay
gap
Adopt measures to eliminate the gender pay gap,
including legislative changes to ensure transparency
about wages
Eliminate the gender wage gap, particularly for
women with migration backgrounds
Continue efforts to reduce the gender pay gap, which
mainly affects women with migrant backgrounds
Continue implementing programmes that promote
women’s access to full-time employment under
equal conditions, particularly for immigrant women
Nepal
Netherlands
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.170
60. 172
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.170
60. 173
Accepted
See 60.40.
See 60.40 and 60.41
60. 174
60. 175
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
See 60.170
See 60.170
60. 176
60. 177
South Africa
Uzbekistan
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
See 60.170
See 60.170
60. 178
Peru
Accepted
[no comment found]
Danish legislation and public policies must fulfill the principle of equal treatment which ensures that all employment policies and initiatives are the same for
men and women. With regard to the integration of persons with immigration background into the labour market please note that the government wishes to
introduce a work obligation scheme for newly arrived cash benefit recipients who have not had a stable connection to the Danish labor market. The purpose,
especially, is to strengthen integration in the Danish society and improve the employment prospects of the citizens in question. With regards to closing the pay
gap reference is made to the response to recomentation 60.170.
See 60.178
60. 179
Continue to promote equal access for women to
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employment and close the pay gap between women
and men, paying particular attention to women with
an immigrant background
Continue to promote immigrant women’s equal
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access to full-time employment and equal pay on the
labour market
Continue to promote women’s equal access to full- Zambia
time employment in all parts of its territory and to
eliminate the gender wage gap, particularly for
women with immigration backgrounds
Reintroduce the national poverty threshold and take Czechia
active steps to combat increasing poverty among
vulnerable individuals, such as children living in
Greenland
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 180
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.178
60. 181
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.178
60. 182
Partly-accepted
[no comment found]
As a result, of the last governmental election, the intention to reintroduce the national poverty threshold is no longer part of the government platform.
Therefor the Denmark's position is changes from accepted, to partly accepted. Denmark is accepting the second part of recommendation 60.182, to take active
steps to combat increasing poverty among vulnerable individuals, such as children living in Greenland.
In Denmark there is great public awareness on poverty and child poverty. In addition there is much data on the topic that the government closely follows. For
instance, Statistics Denmark (Danmarks Statistik) follow the development in poverty in Denmark on three parameters. The first parameter focuses on income
level (low-income group), the second parameter focuses on options of consumption (relative poverty), and the third parameter focuses on subjective self-
assessments (financial vulnerability). Moreover, the Danish government continuously follow the development amongst people in the low-income group.
Furthermore Denmark has general welfare provisions for all people with legal residence in Denmark. The welfare provisions include a broad range of policy
areas, such as health, employment, social services, etc. Some of the services and benefits are universal, while others target people with special needs.
Generally, the Danish government seeks to pursue a policy that limits unequal opportunities and economic differences. The government especially focuses on
securing that children who grow up in socially disadvantaged families get better opportunities for a good future. According to the Danish government, one of
the best ways to prevent child poverty is to have healthy and working parents. That especially applies if a family is in need of integration to the Danish society.
Therefore, the government also seeks that more non-western immigrants get a job. The government has generally taken measures to help socially and
economically disadvantaged families. Especially during a time with high inflation and rising prices. The government also seeks to secure that disadvantaged
children gets better and earlier help. In addition, the Danish government has proposed to introduce an allowance for children’s leisure activities, applying to
children whose parents receive social assistance. An estimated 40.000 children will benefit from this initiative.”
Regarding child poverty in Greenland, to combat child poverty the Government of Greenland is working to clarify the poverty threshold related to children to
ensure better knowledge and understanding of child poverty in Greenland. The initiative, which is stated in the Action Plan for Compliance with the UN
Convention on the Rights of the Child 2023-2030, will increase the knowledge on poverty and help to develop targeted measures against child poverty. The
Government of Greenland is working on increasing the benefits for low-income families with children to improve the living conditions which in turn contributes
to combatting child poverty
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60. 183
Take steps to reduce child poverty and social
exclusion of children, with a particular focus on
Greenland and the Faroe Islands, as well as children
with a foreign background
Austria
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.182
Regarding the Faroe Islands, statistics show that single parenthood is the main cause of families at risk of poverty and thus the main cause of children at risk of
poverty. The authorities on the Faroe Islands have done a lot over the last decade to improve the financial situation of single parents and families with children
by introducing various subsidized benefits and improving the financial opportunities for single parents to pursue education. The measures implemented have
shown significant progress in reducing child poverty. By reducing the risk of poverty, these initiatives can create a more inclusive society and potentially combat
social exclusion.
See 60.182
60. 184
60. 185
Take measures to combat increasing levels of child
poverty, particularly among children with ethnic
backgrounds
Develop and implement a national action plan to
combat homelessness and provide long-term
solutions and support social reintegration of
homeless people
Bahamas
Accepted
[no comment found]
Rwanda
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark has an ambitious approach to addressing homelessness with the aim of gradually eliminating it. The country has implemented a comprehensive set of
strategies and policies to tackle this issue, focusing on prevention, housing support, and social integration.
"Mixed Cities Fund" (Fonden for blandede byer) - more than one billion DKK to establish affordable housing for the municipalities to allocate to homeless
people.
60. 186
Review its social housing policies, including the use of Singapore
derogatory and exclusionary terms such as “non-
Western” and “ghetto”, to ensure that there is no
inherent discrimination in efforts to enhance social
inclusion and provide universal access to adequate
housing
Accepted
See 60.86 and 60.87. The criterion concerning non-western immigrants and their descendants can only be used in order to Danish legislation aims to ensure equal treatment and equal access to housing for all citizens. When it comes to the criterion of "non-western immigrants and
categorize a social housing area. The criterion does not determine individual rights on basis of origin.
their descendants," it is important to point out that it is only used to categorize a social housing area. The criterion does not determine individual rights on basis
of origin. Furthermore, there has been a political agreement in Denmark to change the term "ghetto," which was used to describe vulnerable residential areas,
to more neutral expressions such as "parallel communities" and "areas of transformation."
60. 187
Enhance measures to ensure that evictions and
rehousing respect human rights standards
Involve, as part of the implementation of the action
plan against the emergence of “parallel societies”,
the people concerned and the resident populations
in the design of plans and policies
Sri Lanka
Accepted
The legislation concerning evictions and rehousing respects human right standards.
The legislation concerning evictions and rehousing respects human right standards.
60. 188
Togo
Accepted
[no comment found]
Social housing is subject to a set of rules regarding resident democracy. These rules establish that residents have the decisive authority in the operation of
social housing. The majority of both the highest authority and the board of directors consist of the residents of the housing organization. The resident board
and the resident assembly exclusively comprise the residents of the housing unit.
The resident board must present the overall framework for initiating works and activities to the resident assembly for approval before they are implemented.
This also applies to the implementation of the action plan against the emergence of “parallel societies”, including the development plans for "areas of
transformation".
60. 189
Repeal provisions in Regulation L38 and the Act on
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Policing section 6(a) which designate so-called
‘ghettos’ and which allow for discrimination based on
ethnicity for social housing and law enforcement
Consider taking additional measures to uphold the
right to adequate housing on a non-discriminatory
basis
Cambodia
Noted
The Government does not consider this regulation discriminatory (see 60.186). See also 60.87.
The Government does not consider this regulation discriminatory (see 60.186). See also 60.87.
60. 190
Accepted
[no comment found]
There are several measures and laws that contribute to ensuring the preservation of the right to adequate housing on a non-discriminatory basis. The key
measures are:
1. Rent Regulation Act: regulates housing rental prices and ensures that they are not unreasonably high..
2. Social Housing Act: regulates the social housing sector and ensures that reasonable housing options are available for all income groups.
3. Housing benefit (boligstøtte): is an economic support program that helps low-income families and individuals pay their rent. The assistance is calculated
based on the household's financial situation and contributes to ensuring that people can afford adequate housing.
4. There are also bodies such as the Rent Control Board (Huslejenævnet) that handle complaints related to discrimination in housing.
5. Furthermore, the Anti-Discrimination Act should be mentioned, which prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age,
disability, and similar factors.
60. 191
Refrain from using ethnic background as the basis for Canada
national housing policies
Ensure that any urban regeneration and other
Malta
programmes that impact housing are non-
discriminatory, uphold the right to adequate housing
and do not result in forced evictions, homelessness
and situations where people are forced to live in
inadequate housing
Increase the stock of affordable and adequate public Finland
housing units by means of higher public investments
and a better regulatory framework for private
investors, and ensure the absence of discrimination
when solving social inclusion and housing issues
Accepted
Ethnic background is not used as a basis of national housing policies.
60. 192
Accepted
[no comment found]
Ethnic background is not used as a basis of national housing policies. The national housing policy focuses on promoting housing accessibility, sustainability,
social inclusion, and strong communities. These policies are designed to ensure that all citizens, regardless of their ethnic background, have equal opportunities
to find suitable and quality housing.
The government has entered into several agreements aimed at increasing investment in the housing sector. These investments will target the goal of expanding
the number of affordable housing options available to citizens of diverse income levels, regardless of their backgrounds. Notable initiatives in this regard
include the Mixed Cities Fund and the village renewal.
Furthermore, in 2020, the Danish government passed a law that aims to prevent short-term speculation in older rental properties and limits the rate at which
rents can increase.
See 60.80, 60.88, 60.186, 60.193
The government has reached an agreement on the establishment of the Fund for Mixed Cities, which will receive a total of 10 billion DKK by 2035, of which 5
billion DKK will be disbursed during the period 2022-2031.
Within the framework of the Mixed Cities Fund, funds have been allocated for various purposes, including the conversion of private rental properties and the
transformation of commercial properties into social housing. These measures aim to increase the number of social housing units in fully developed central
urban areas. A land purchase loan scheme has been established to facilitate the acquisition of building plots in areas with high land prices for social housing
organizations.
This agreement also allocates funds to lower the rent in 1,345 existing social housing units and create approximately 1,920 particularly affordable homes, for
which municipalities will have full allocation rights. This will ensure increased accessibility to affordable housing for the population.
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services. Non-residents have access to emergency hospital treatment in case of emergency,
sudden onset of illness, birth, exacerbation of chronic disease, etc. These persons are also entitled to continued hospital treatment, where it according to the
circumstances is not considered reasonable to refer the patient to further treatment in the patient’s home country, or the patient’s medical condition does not
allow transfer to a hospital in the patient’s home country. Some non-residents are charged payment for emergency treatment and the continued hospital
treatment. However, no person may be denied emergency hospital treatment in the public healthcare system with reference to payment claims. The
regions/the public healthcare system may provide the emergency treatments free of charge, when the region considers it reasonable, e.g. treatments of
unregistered migrants, homeless persons and persons who obviously are not being able to pay. No payment is charged for emergency hospital treatment of
any children under age of 18 and for any acute births.
60. 193
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 194
Further strengthens efforts to promote access to
Sri Lanka
healthcare by children and women, particularly those
in irregular situations
Noted
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services. Non-residents have access to emergency hospital
treatment in case of emergency, sudden onset of illness, birth, exacerbation of chronic disease, etc. These persons are also
entitled to continued hospital treatment, where it according to the circumstances is not considered reasonable to refer the
patient to further treatment in the patient’s home country, or the patient’s medical condition does not allow transfer to a
hospital in the patient’s home country. Some non-residents are charged payment for emergency treatment and the
continued hospital treatment. However, no person may be denied emergency hospital treatment in the public healthcare
system with reference to payment claims. The regions/the public healthcare system may provide the emergency
treatments free of charge, when the region considers it reasonable, e.g. treatments of unregistered migrants, homeless
persons and persons who obviously are not being able to pay. No payment is charged for emergency hospital treatment of
any children under age of 18 and for any acute births.
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60. 195
60. 196
Redouble its efforts to ensure that children and
women in irregular situations have access to free
health care
Consider facilitating the access of children and
women in an irregular situation to free health care
Ensure equal access to health care and essential
services for persons with an ethnic minority
background, including through the provision of
quality, affordable translation and interpretation
services
Step-up efforts to ensure free and complete health
care by all migrants, irrespective of their residence
status
Take necessary legislative and administrative
measures to ensure access by homeless and
unregistered migrants to health services without any
discrimination
Encourage eliminating obstacles and ensuring access
to free and complete health care for homeless and
socially vulnerable migrants, irrespective of residence
status
Timor-Leste
Noted
See 60.194.
See 60.194
Algeria
Noted
See 60.194.
See 60.194
60. 197
Australia
Accepted
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services. Furthermore, affordable translation and
interpretation services are available.
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services. Furthermore, affordable translation and interpretation services are available.
60. 198
Bangladesh
Noted
See 60.194.
See 60.194
60. 199
Islamic Republic of Iran
Noted
See 60.194.
See 60.194
60. 200
Cambodia
Noted
See 60.194.
See 60.194
60. 201
Strengthen efforts to protect people’s right to life
China
and the right to health, especially the life and health
of the elderly, the disabled and women
Redouble efforts on gains in universal health
coverage through leaving no one behind
Continue with further measures for ensuring access
to education for all sections of the society
Take steps to extend the provision of education to
refugee children, irrespective of residence status
Ensure universal access to education, especially for
those children who come from a disadvantaged
background
Ethiopia
Accepted
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services.
All residents in Denmark have access to free public healthcare services.
60. 202
Accepted
See 60.201.
See 60.201
60. 203
India
Accepted
[no comment found]
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people.
60. 204
Afghanistan
Accepted
According to the Folkeskole Act, Section 32, every child residing in Denmark is obligated to participate in compulsory
education (Section 33-35).
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of the pupils'
disabilities or special needs. Furthermore, it is a national goal for the Folkeskole to reduce the influence of students' social
background in relation to their academic achievements.
Bilingual pupils admitted to the Danish Folkeskole in need of language support must receive training in Danish as a second
language.
60. 205
Mauritius
Accepted
As a general rule, all children of the mandatory school age, who live or reside in Denmark, must be offered education.
Furthermore, the legislation approved in 2022 in relation to the reception of displaced people from Ukraine contains several measures intended to ensure the
provision of quality education to displaced children and youths from Ukraine.
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of the pupils' disabilities or special needs.
Furthermore, it is a national goal for the Danish public school to reduce the influence of students' social background in relation to their academic achievements.
60. 206
Consider developing initiatives that promote the
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integration of minorities, migrants and refugees into
the educational system
Accepted
As a general rule, all children of the mandatory school age, who live or reside in Denmark, must be offered education.
Furthermore, the legislation approved in 2022 in relation to the reception of displaced people from Ukraine contains several measures intended to ensure the
provision of quality education to displaced children and youths from Ukraine.
In 2022, the Danish government launched a plan against anti-semitism. This includes, among other things, a pool for student-engaging activities that promote
teaching and remembrance of the Holocaust and other genocides in primary and secondary schools
The government has established a unit in the Ministry of Children and Education which is to provide knowledge about children with special educational needs
and ensuring that the available knowledge becomes useful for teaching professionals.
60. 207
Exert more efforts to ensure access to quality and
inclusive education for all children
Continue working on greater accessibility in schools
for children with disabilities, guaranteeing an
adequate allocation of financial resources
Qatar
Accepted
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of their health
and background. Thus, children and young people with disabilities or migrant background have equal access to education.
60. 208
Spain
Accepted
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of the students' There are different initiatives to secure inclusive education. Among other initiatives this includes classes for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and
disabilities or special needs.
extended courses for students with disabilities. Furthermore, Dyslexia has long been a priority for the Danish government. Dyslexia packages number 3 and 4
were agreed upon in November 2021 and October 2022, respectively.
It is a basic principle in Denmark that the criminal law provisions are drafted in a gender-neutral manner whenever
possible. Thus, the provisions in the Criminal Code apply irrespectively of the gender of the victim. See also the responses
to 60.129 and 60.130.
See 60.129 and 60.130, 60.213
It is a basic principle in Denmark that the criminal law provisions are drafted in a gender-neutral manner whenever possible. Thus, the provisions in the Criminal
Code apply irrespectively of the gender of the victim.
Further, the interrogation of victims of rape has been improved by offering the possibility to use video-recorded interrogation in these cases.
See 60.50 and 60.170
Greenland continues with initiatives in furtherance of gender equality by mainstreaming a gender equality and general equity agenda throughout all areas of
the government. Furthermore a national office of gender equality has been established, in order to secure a continued effort to further gender equality. This
includes a strategic attention on wage parity across the labour market and the collection of gender related data. The new law on Gender Equality and Anti-
discrimination (see more under pt. 60.283) enhances the legal framework for furthering gender equality and the efforts for ensuring wage parity in Greenland.
The government of the Faroe Islands will take steps to review the Gender Equality Act. There will also be taken measures to review the gender pay gap.
Resources have been allocated to the development of statistics on gender equality and gender-specific issues.
60. 209
Continue its efforts to guarantee gender equality
Ecuador
both in law and in practice and to eliminate all forms
of violence against women and girls
Accepted
60. 210
Continue with initiatives in furtherance of gender
India
equality, including wage parity, in Denmark as well as
Greenland and the Faroe Islands
Accepted
[no comment found]
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60. 211
Continue to combat all forms of gender-based
violence, particularly in the workplace, including by
implementing a national system for collecting data
on violence against women
France
Accepted
The Ministry of Justice annually conducts a national crime victim survey in cooperation with the University of Copenhagen
and partially funded by the Danish National Police and the Danish Crime Prevention Council. Statistics Denmark carry out
the questionnaire survey and use their extensive registers to select a random and nationally representative sample of the
population in the age 16-74 years old. The data is delivered to the Ministry of Justice as anonymised data. The Ministry of
Justice conducts the analyss and writes the report in cooperation with the University of Copenhagen. The survey includes a
measure of the prevalence of e.g. rape and violence (both physical and psychological) and contains information on
characteristics of the victims, e.g. gender and age. The report is published annually.
On 27 June 2023, the government launched a new National Action Plan Against Partner Violence and Partner Killings with 26 initiatives, including funding for a
national study on the prevalence and development of intimate partner violence throughout the years. Such studies have been carried out periodically by the
Institute for Public Health since 2004. In addition, the Ministry of Justice publishes annual national crime victim surveys. The 2023 survey includes an additional
question about partner violence.
Since 1 January 2017, The Ministry of Social Affairs, Housing and Senior Citizens, together with Statistics Denmark, has collected comparable data from the
shelters for battered women in annual statistics. The statistics include data about when and for how long the women and children stay at the shelters.
Furthermore, the names and the social security number of the women and their children are registered. In addition to the annual statistics regarding women
staying at a shelter for battered women, The Ministry of Social Affairs, Housing and Senior Citizens, together with Statistics Denmark, has since 1 July 2021
collected data on inquiries made to shelters for battered women.
Following the second wave of the #MeToo movement, the Government of Denmark has enacted a series of initiatives aimed at preventing sexual harassment in
the workplace and in society. The Tripartite Agreement on 4 March 2022 on the prevention of sexual harassment in the work place includes 17 policies and
initiatives aimed at combatting sexual harassment and sustaining the debate and awareness on the problem. The 17 initiatives consist of both legislative
amendments, strengthened cooperation between the Danish Social Partners, increased protection of apprentices and students as well as a continued focus on
preventing sexual harassment within the national Working Environment Authority. One of the initiatives consisted of the establishment of an Alliance against
Sexual Harassment. The Alliance is also planning on carrying out a survey on sexual harassment and bystanders willingness to step in. The survey is expected to
include data collection categories such as type of violence, sex and age of the victim and the perpetrator, and the relationship between the two and where the
harassment took place.
The National Research Centre for Working Environment (Det Nationale Forskningscenter for Arbejdsmiljø – NFA) is an agency under the auspices of the
Ministry of Employment, which regularly surveys incidences of sexual harassment in the Danish work places. In 2021, the Research Centre further developed
the questionnaire they had been using to research sexual harassment, and added more questions. From December 2021 until January 2022 the questionnaire
was sent to around 40,000 persons within 36 industries.
60. 212
Step up efforts to increase women’s representation
in politics and in companies
Belgium
Accepted
[no comment found]
As a result of the Danish general election in October 2022, women constitutes 44 percent of elected Members of Parliament (78 out of 179) whereas 35% of the
ministers in the current government are women (8 out of 21). Following the 2021 municipal elections, 36% of members of the city councils and 50% of
members of the regional councils are women. Furthermore 21% of mayors and 20% of regional council chairs are women.
In April and May 2022, The Danish Parliament passed legislation, which will support the work to promote a more equal gender composition in management and
boards in private companies and in the public sector. The legislative proposals entered into force in January 2023. Covered companies and institutions are
required to, among other things, establish target figures for the gender composition in the upper management levels in addition to boards, and that greater
transparency is created about the target figures and the development in the gender composition with a publicly accessible website. Several public institutions
are covered as well, e.g. municipalities and regions.
In the Fall of 2022, Denmark supported the EU Directive proposal on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies and related measures.
Member states will have to ensure that companies strive to meet the 40% target for non-executive boards, or 33% for all board members, by 30 June 2026. The
Directive aims to ensure i.a. that appointments to board positions are transparent and that candidates to board positions are assessed objectively based on
their individual merits, irrespective of gender.
60. 213
Strengthen its efforts in combating violence against
women
Maldives
Accepted
Responses to 60.129 and 60.130.
Responses to 60.129 and 60.130.
Since 2002, Denmark has had national action plans for the prevention of violence against women and violence in intimate relationships. These action plans
complement the permanent measures already in place in social services, the healthcare system and in the judicial system.
On 27 June 2023, the government launched a new National Action Plan Against Partner Violence and Partner Killings with 26 initiatives. The initiatives include
the development of a new detection tool to be used in the Danish hospitals to detect victims of partner violence amongst pregnant women and offer them
treatment, substantial funds to support ambulatory treatment of victims and children who have witnessed violence in their family as well as a partnership
consisting of relevant authorities and civil society to support the improvement of the national efforts to combat partner violence and partner killings.
The action plan is based on new research from the United Kingdom regarding an 8-stage pattern in partner homicides of women, which points to stalking,
coercive control, escalation and planning, amongst other elements, leading up to a partner homicide on a women. The action plan therefore also contains
initiatives that focus on stopping the violent behavior by strengthening the treatment of perpetrators of intimate partner violence and stalking.
There is a broad political agreement in the Danish Parliament behind the fight against human trafficking. Since 2002, National Action Plans to Combat Human
Trafficking have been in place, following the United Nations protocol to prevent, suppress and punish trafficking in human beings (Palermo Protocol) from 2000
and the Council of the European Union Framework Decision of 19 July 2002 on combating trafficking in human beings.
The National Action Plan to Combat Trafficking in Human Beings from 2022-2025 sets the framework for future work in combatting human trafficking. The
action plan entails a strengthened effort for victims of human trafficking. The outreach work in the field of prostitution under the auspices of the Government-
funded NGO’s is reinforced, the specialised accommodation for victims of trafficking is upgraded, and there is a strengthened focus on the investigation and
prosecution of perpetrators.
60. 214
Continue efforts to combat violence against women, Norway
including increasing the attention paid to female
victims of gender-based violence in policy documents
and ensuring funding as recommended by the Group
of Experts on Action against Violence against Women
and Domestic Violence
Ensure that concerns and the situation of migrant
women are adequately reflected in strategies to
address gender-based violence and harassment
Philippines
Accepted
See 60.129 and 60.130.
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.213
60. 215
Accepted
[no comment found]
On June 27th the government launched a new National Plan of Action Against Partner Violence and Partner Killings. The action plan targets all victims of
intimate partner violence, but also includes initiatives targeting non-Western minority women. As part of the action plan, there will be developed a systematic
tool for the detection of violence against pregnant women and new parents. Furthermore medical staff will be trained to detect signs of intimate partner
violence and regional outpatient clinics will be able to apply for funds to treat victims of violence and their families. The effort must pay special attention to
women with non-Western background who constitute a particularly vulnerable group. The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration is
responsible for training healthcare staff concerning honour-based violence and abuse. The Action Plan also includes an initiative on broadening the provision
regarding intimate partner violence in the Danish Aliens Consolidation Act.
See 60.213
60. 216
Further strengthen its commitment to protect
women from violence and discrimination, including
through effective measures for its prevention,
investigation, prosecution and conviction of the
perpetrators of such violence
Somalia
Accepted
[no comment found]
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60. 217
Adopt a specific law on violence against women and
girls
Spain
Noted
It is a basic principle in Denmark that the criminal law provisions are drafted in a gender-neutral manner whenever
possible. Thus, the provisions in the Criminal Code concerning violence apply irrespectively of the gender of the victim.
Denmark does not intend to change this position by adopting specific provisions regarding violence against women.
Fully implemented within the area of the Ministry of Justice. Greenland Police considers the data obtained for case
processing (investigation and prosecution) in order to support and qualify whether the preventive projects regarding
violence against children and women are effective and sufficient. Greenland Police specifically monitors the development in
cases with abuse against children and are in the process of consolidating data to specify and organize ongoing
investigations.
It is a basic principle in Denmark that the criminal law provisions are drafted in a gender-neutral manner whenever possible. Thus, the provisions in the Criminal
Code concerning violence apply irrespectively of the gender of the victim. Denmark does not intend to change this position by adopting specific provisions
regarding violence against women.
Fully implemented within the area of the Ministry of Justice. Greenland Police considers the data obtained for case processing (investigation and prosecution)
in order to support and qualify whether the preventive projects regarding violence against children and women are effective and sufficient. Greenland Police
specifically monitors the development in cases with abuse against children and are in the process of consolidating data to specify and organize ongoing
investigations.
The Action Plan Against Violence in Intimate Relationships 2023-2027 of the Government of Greenland is scheduled to be widely disseminated at the end of
June 2023. Several articles in the Istanbul Convention, especially Chapter III on Prevention and Chapter IV on Protection and support, are addressed through the
proposed initiatives in the action plan. Furthermore, the action plan helps to ensure greater compliance with the convention. The action plan is also part of the
work to improve Greenland's compliance with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 5: Gender equality and SDG 16: Peace, justice and
strong institutions, which addresses physical, psychological and sexual violence. In addition, the new law on Gender Equality and Anti-discrimination, which is
expected to be adopted during the autumn of 2023, stipulates that the independent Council on Gender Equality collects, develops and disseminates knowledge
on gender equality in the society. This encompasses, but are not limited to, issues regarding violence against women and children.
60. 218
Continue efforts to address violence against women Austria
and children, with a particular focus on Greenland,
where strengthened data collection on that matter is
needed
Accepted
60. 219
60. 220
60. 221
Adopt an effective action plan to combat violence
Bahrain
against women
Intensify the efforts to combat all forms of violence Chile
against women and girls
Take further steps to address violence against
Croatia
women by using a gender-based concept of violence
Accepted
Accepted
Accepted
Denmark is currently implementing the fifth national action plan against domestic violence.
See responses to 60.129 and 60.130.
See responses to 60.129 and 60.130.
See 60.213
Denmark is currently implementing the sixth national action plan against domestic violence.
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.213
See 60.129, 60.130, 60.209, 60.213
Policies on violence take into account the different needs and situations of women and men as well for instants specific age circumstances. Professionals are
trained to handle gender based violence, including in support and prevention, and specific police units have been established in order to ensure the best and
most targeted treatment of victims of violence. The Danish penal code regarding domestic violence and in close relations covers all persons, however, for
example, when the section on psychological violence was elaborated, it was based on the fact that especially women are victims of psychological violence. This
is mentioned in the remarks to the act.
60. 222
Raise the awareness of children of their rights,
including through developing programmes and
campaigns in schools to increase their knowledge
about the Convention on the Rights of the Child
Strengthen the foster care system for children
separated from families, with a view to reducing
their institutionalization
Slovakia
Accepted
It is of the utmost importance to the Danish Government to raise awareness of children’s rights. There are ongoing plans of With the 'Childrens First' agreement of 2021, it has been decided to give funding to establish so-called 'schools of rights' (rettighedsskoler) at existing primary
implementing a so-called “children’s rights canon”, which would obligate schools to raise awareness of children’s rights in schools in vulnerable residential areas with a high proportion of children from other ethnic backgrounds. This project was first implemented on February 1
class.
2022. The purpose is to ensure that all children know their rights, regardless of their ethnic background. These schools must ensure that children gain increased
knowledge about the Convention on the Rights of the Child and children's rights in Denmark.
[no comment found]
Since 2021, new initiatives have been issued to improve the quality of foster care and to ensure stability and continuity in the upbringing of children living in
foster homes. In particular, the "Children's First" agreement aims to improve the quality of all placements, specifically places of sojourn, residential institutions,
and foster families. It can be mentioned that plans of launching a campaign in autumn 2023/spring 2024 with the purpose of recruiting more people to become
foster families, adoptive families or friendship families are in progress. Furthermore, several measures have already been adopted including enhanced support,
supervision and training of foster families as a result of the agreement on the implementation of the public pool of funds for 2015-2018 and for 2018-2021 in
the area of children and social services. Furthermore, efforts are made to strengthen local cooperation between foster families and specialised treatment
facilities to ensure that each child’s needs for specialised support are being met while allowing the child to grow up in a family-like environment.
60. 223
Montenegro
Accepted
60. 224
Further facilitate family-based care and strengthen
the foster care system for children who cannot stay
with their families, in particular for children with
disabilities
North Macedonia
Accepted
[no comment found]
The 'Childrens First' agreement from 2021 presents several new initiatives to further facilitate family-based care and strengthen the foster care system for
children separated from their families. One of the substantial initiatives is a reform of the area of foster families, specifically concentrated on improving the
conditions of foster families through remuneration, recruitment, supervision, and counselling. Funding for implementation of the reform have been allocated
from 2025 and annually thereafter. In regards to children with disabilities, support and care are as a rule family-based and given in their own home. Foster
families for children with disabilities must be approved as being suitable for the specific child's needs. The Social Supervision periodically supervises conditions
in the care home.
60. 225
Respect international standards in the
implementation of the so-called “Children’s Law”,
especially in regards to the forced removal of
children from families
Guarantee the protection of the rights of Danish
children who are involuntarily in conflict zones,
including their repatriation and the right to acquire
Danish nationality under the
ius sanguinis
, taking
into account the best interests of the child
Czechia
Accepted
[no comment found]
The new 'Children’s Law' enters into force on January 1st 2024, and it has been taken into account that the implementation must respect international
standards. The law ensures that the obligations of Denmark in relation to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on
Human Rights are respected, especially in regards to adoption or placement of a child or young person outside the home without consent from the parents.
60. 226
Panama
Noted
As a main rule, a child acquires Danish citizenship by birth if born to a Danish mother, a Danish father or a Danish co-
mother, regardless of where the child is born and whether the child is born in or out of wedlock. In January 2020, the
Danish Parliament passed a bill that introduced an abolishment of the automatic granting of Danish citizenship to children
born in conflict zones covered by an entry and stay prohibition. The amendment implies that children, who are born in
areas covered by an entry and stay prohibition under Section 114 j of the Danish Criminal Code will not automatically
acquire Danish citizenship at birth, if their Danish parent, from whom they would normally acquire citizenship, has entered
the zone in violation of the prohibition – unless the child thereby becomes stateless. At present, there are 19 Danish
children in Al-Hol and the Roj camps in north-eastern Syria, which the Danish authorities know through contact with their
relatives in Denmark or representatives. The Danish Government has decided to repatriate these children. In regard to five
of the children, their repatriation will be subject to consent from their (in total three) mothers, who are no longer Danish
citizens and who will therefore not themselves be offered repatriation.
As a main rule, a child acquires Danish citizenship by birth if born to a Danish mother, a Danish father or a Danish co-mother, regardless of where the child is
born and whether the child is born in or out of wedlock. In January 2020, the Danish Parliament passed a bill that introduced an abolishment of the automatic
granting of Danish citizenship to children born in conflict zones covered by an entry and stay prohibition. The amendment implies that children, who are born in
areas covered by an entry and stay prohibition under Section 114 j of the Danish Criminal Code will not automatically acquire Danish citizenship at birth, if their
Danish parent, from whom they would normally acquire citizenship, has entered the zone in violation of the prohibition – unless the child thereby becomes
stateless. At present, there are three Danish children in the Roj Camp in North East Syria, who have requested consular assistance from Danish authorities. The
Danish Government has offered to repatriate these children. In regard to two of the children, their mother holds Danish citizenship and she is offered
repatriation together with the two children. In regard to the last child, the child’s
repatriation will be subject to consent from the mother. The mother is no longer a Danish citizen and has not been offered repatriation.
60. 227
Increase its efforts to raise awareness of the
unlawfulness of violence against children and
promote non-violent forms of child-rearing
Liechtenstein
Accepted
[no comment found]
Denmark is continuously working to raise awareness of the unlawfulness of violence against children. The national knowledge centre SISO offers counselling to
municipalities in order to help them combat and strengthen their efforts against violence and sexual abuse against children. The counselling specifically
focusses on strengthening the prevention, early detection and handling of all kinds of violence and abuse against children. Additionally, the Government
allocated DKK 268 million in 2013 to strengthen the protection of children and young people from violence and sexual abuse. Among several initiatives, this
entailed the establishment of five special Children’s Houses covering all municipalities in Denmark ensuring that all child victims of abuse receive coordinated
and professional help from social services, the police, therapeutic services and health services.
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60. 228
Combat sexual abuse of minors and take more
effective measures for their protection from
domestic violence
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.213
Several of the initiatives in the National Action Plan on Partner Violence and Partner Killings (2023) aim to protect and help children who have grown up in
families with domestic abuse, e.g. an application pool to strengthen civil society's outpatient services to children and youth, who have grown up in homes with
domestic abuse, a guide for the municipalities on how to help children and families of victims of partner killings, a change in the law to enable children, who
have grown up in homes with domestic abuse, to receive treatment without the consent of both parents etc. and the development of a new detection tool to
be used in the Danish hospitals to detect victims of partner violence amongst pregnant women and offer them treatment.
According to the Consolidation Act on Social Services, children have the right to receive help if they experience abuse or violence. Municipalities are obliged by
law to use a Children’s House as part of the child protection examination in cases of knowledge or suspection that a child is a victim of violence or sexual abuse,
and when the police and/or the health system are involved in the case.
60. 229
60. 230
Increase efforts to raise awareness about the
Zambia
unlawfulness of violence against children and ensure
that they are informed about their right to be free
from violence
Create specialized courts for minors, nominate
Luxembourg
specialized judges for children and ensure that these
judges receive an appropriate training
Accepted
It is of the utmost importance to the Danish Government to raise awareness of children’s rights, including the right to be
free from violence. There are ongoing plans of implementing a so called “children's rights canon”, which would obligate
schools to raise awareness of children’s rights in class.
See 60.222, 60.227 and 60.228
As part of the political agreement about strengthened education for vulnerable children and children in care from March 2022, an initiative named "Know your
rights" entails that teaching materials on the rights of the child will be developed in 2023 and 2024.
Criminal cases concerning acts committed by young people at the age of 15-18 are heard by district courts. If the young person has been convicted of a crime
against life or another serious crime, the case will after the judgement be referred to The Youth Crime Board. The Board, which is independent from the courts,
can determine targeted, individual preventive measures for children and young people aged 10-17 who are at risk of committing crime with the aim of
preventing of juvenile crime.
As a main rule, civil cases concerning family matters are heard by the Family Court. Family Court proceedings are adapted to ensure that children's issues are
addressed in a relevant and considerate manner. Family Court judges are used to understanding and deciding on cases that are sensitive and difficult for the
parties involved, and where children are part of the conflict.
Since 2018, the Act on prohibition of discrimination on the bassis of disability has been in effect within all areas of society. In 2020, a right for reasonable
accommodation of day-care facilities and schools for children with disabilities was added to the act.
Since 2018, the Act on prohibition of discrimination on the bassis of disability has been in effect in all areas of society. Furhtermore, the Danish Disability
Counsel actively works on addressing stigmas about persons with disabilities.
Noted
60. 231
60. 232
60. 233
Adopt comprehensive legislation to include measures Mauritius
to combat discrimination against people with
disabilities
Take concrete measures to address stigma,
Philippines
discrimination and exclusion faced by persons living
with Down syndrome and ensure provision of
adequate support for them and their families and
carers
Adopt a comprehensive national disability action plan Bulgaria
with specific and measurable targets for the
implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights
of Persons with Disabilities
Continue strengthening the dissemination and
implementation of the mechanisms provided in the
law on combating discrimination on grounds of
disability that allow greater inclusion of people with
disabilities in the labour market
Dominican Republic
Accepted
Implementing the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is a priority for the Government and efforts to
improve the conditions for persons with disabilities are ongoing.
[no comment found]
Accepted
Noted
See 60.231. The Goverment does not see the added value in an action plan.
The Government is developing an action plan with the aim of creating better opportunities for people with disabilities. The action plan will, among other things,
contain a set of goals to get more people with disabilities to contribute to the labor market, while also looking at opportunities to create flexible educational
opportunities for students with disabilities.
60. 234
Accepted
[no comment found]
Danish legislation prohibits discrimination on grounds of disability and has several mechanisms to secure inclusion of people with disability in the labour
market, among others the right to effective and practical measures to adapt the workplace to the disability, for example adapting premises and equipment,
patterns of working time, the distribution of tasks or the provision of training or integration resources. With regard to continous strengthening hereof please
note that efforts to promote greater inclusion are supported by the Unit for Job and Disability which supports Denmark's job centres in the initiatives they
provide for people with reduced working capacity. The unit offers seminars, networking acitivties, online tools, as well as developing new methods as part of
employment initatives to help integrate and retain disabled employees in the labour market.
60. 235
60. 236
Increase measures to develop inclusive education
Algeria
and improve accessibility to schools for people with
disabilities
Ensure the allocation of necessary funds for disability- Maldives
related projects such as inclusive education, to
protect the rights of children with disabilities
Take steps to strengthen community-based care for
children with disabilities
Philippines
Accepted
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of the students' Dyslexia has long been a priority for the Danish government. Dyslexia packages number 3 and 4 were agreed upon in November 2021 and October 2022,
disabilities or special needs.
respectively.
See 60.235.
In Denmark, the municipalities are obliged to provide education to all children and young people regardless of the students' disabilities or special needs.
Accepted
60. 237
Accepted
[no comment found]
Support and care for persons with disabilities are as a rule given in their own home. Available services include, but are not limited to, compensation for extra
costs, the compensation for loss of earnings for parents who take care of their child in the home, personal assistance and assistive devices.
The Integration Act sets out the legal framework for integration in Denmark and regulates in main features how newly arrived immigrants are integrated in
Denmark, which rights they are entitled to and which duties they must observe. The municipalities are responsible for the integration effort and must offer all
newly arrived immigrants an integration program with the purpose of getting immigrants into the labor market. As part of the integration program immigrants
receive up to five years of free Danish language training. Language training serves the purpose of integrating immigrants into the labor market and into civil
society. Immigrants receive social benefits if they cannot support themselves. Municipalities are also responsible for providing refugees and their children with
temporary housing. Children with a legal residence permit can go to school for free equally to Danish children. Foreign nationals with a legal residence permit
can also enjoy free access to Danish health services, justice and education equally to Danish citizens.
60. 238
Strengthen the integration process for minority
Viet Nam
groups and non-citizens so that they can enjoy equal
access to, inter alia, employment, education,
housing, health services and justice
Accepted
[no comment found]
60. 239
60. 240
Improve the integration of non-citizens and
Montenegro
minorities into mainstream society
Strengthens protection for migrant workers including Sri Lanka
through ratification of the International Convention
on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant
Workers and Members of Their Families
Continue efforts to integrate immigrants into the
Tunisia
society and into the labour market
Pursue action in favour of the integration of
Albania
foreigners by strengthening their active participation
in the labour market and in Danish society
Stop implementing policies and measures violating
rights of the migrants and effectively protect their
fundamental rights
Continue measures aimed at promoting and
strengthening the integration of immigrants
Undertake further efforts to ensure refugees and
asylum seekers are afforded due protection and
support
Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea
Georgia
Ireland
Accepted
Noted
[no comment found]
See 60.11.
See 60.238
See 60.11
60. 241
60. 242
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
See 60.238
See 60.238
60. 243
Accepted
Danish immigration law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle Danish immigration law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. The
of non-refoulement. The recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
See 60.238
Danish asylum law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. The
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
60. 244
60. 245
Accepted
Accepted
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60. 246
Ensure that migration and refugee policies respect
the principle of non-refoulement and incorporate a
human rights approach in the Act on Foreigners
Mexico
Accepted
See comment to No. 60.243.
Danish immigration law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. The
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
60. 247
Conform the current rules for revoking resident
Portugal
permits granted for humanitarian purposes with the
international norms and commitments in this area
Take measures to address the problem of
Russian Federation
overcrowding in Danish temporary detention centres
for refugees and to create appropriate conditions for
those who are kept in those centres and who have
been refused asylum
Take measures to ensure the rights of migrants and Russian Federation
refugees, including their access to the labour market,
health care and education, and their social
integration into Danish society
Further increase efforts aimed at protection of
Ukraine
asylum seekers and migrants
Ensure that the review or termination of
Uruguay
international protection is limited to cases in which
the standards of the 1951 Convention are clearly
present, the circumstances that led to the granting of
protection have ceased to exist, or significant
changes have occurred that ensure that the person
no longer faces a real risk of serious harm
Accepted
See comment to No. 60.243.
Danish immigration law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. The
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
60. 248
Accepted
[no comment found]
The Danish Prison and Probation Service can inform that the capacity utilization at detention center Ellebæk has been decreasing since 2021. The decrease is
probably a result of Covid-19, which affected the processing of cases (both when it comes to prosecution and judicial review). At the moment, overcrowding at
detention center Ellebæk is not a problem, but the capacity can change due to the number of detained aliens. The Danish Prison and Probation Service will
consider measures to address overcrowding at detention center Ellebæk if necessary.
60. 249
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.238
60. 250
60. 251
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
[no comment found]
Danish asylum law and policies are in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. The
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
Danish asylum law is in full accordance with Denmark's human rights obligations, including the principle of non-refoulement. Protection granted in accordance
with the 1951 Convention is only revoked or denied extended, when the conditions in that Convention is met. The recommendation is therefore considered
already implemented.
60. 252
Ensure that policies related to the return and
Argentina
expulsion of migrants and asylum seekers respect the
principle of non-refoulement and that the detention
of migrants and asylum seekers is reasonable,
necessary and proportionate
Ensure that policies regarding migrants and asylum Brazil
seekers respect the principle of non-refoulement and
that detention is a measure of last resort
Ensure that the policies on detention and return of
migrants and asylum seekers respect the
international standards and the principle of non-
refoulement
Allow refugees and asylum seekers to reunite with
their families without a waiting period
Czechia
Accepted
The Government finds that the Danish legislation already fully meets the material requirements of the recommendation.
Denmark has ratified the United Nations Refugees Convention of 1951 and the European Convention on Human Rights. It is
the assessment of the Government that Denmark is already fully complying with the conventions' obligations on the
principles of non-refoulement. The Government notes that detention according to the Danish Aliens Act only takes place as
a last resort.
See 252.
The Government finds that the Danish legislation already fully meets the material requirements of the recommendation. Denmark has ratified the United
Nations Refugees Convention of 1951 and the European Convention on Human Rights. It is the assessment of the Government that Denmark is already fully
complying with the conventions' obligations on the principles of non-refoulement. The Government notes that detention according to the Danish Aliens Act
only takes place as a last resort. The recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
60. 253
Accepted
60. 254
Accepted
The Goverment finds that the current Danish legislation is in accordance with Denmark's international obligations.
The Government finds that the Danish legislation already fully meets the material requirements of the recommendation. Denmark has ratified the United
Nations Refugees Convention of 1951 and the European Convention on Human Rights. It is the assessment of the Government that Denmark is already fully
complying with the conventions' obligations on the principles of non-refoulement. The Government notes that detention according to the Danish Aliens Act
only takes place as a last resort.
The Goverment finds that the current Danish legislation is in accordance with Denmark's international obligations. The recommendation is therefore
considered already implemented.
60. 255
Bahrain
Noted
60. 256
60. 257
Take further measure to grant refugees and asylum
seekers the right to family reunification
Remove legislative and administrative barriers for
women who are beneficiaries of international
protection to ensure family reunification
Abolish policies that violate the rights of refugees
and migrants
Adopt support programmes for migrants and
refugees, which grant them social inclusion and, in
particular, labour integration
Promote additional measures that allow greater
integration of migrants and refugees
Take measures to reduce the detention period for
asylum seekers and consider the use of such
detention as an option of last resort
Sudan
Belarus
Noted
Noted
According to the current Danish legislation, only refugees who are granted temporary protection status are required to
Following the European Court of Human Rights' judgment in the case of M.A. v. Denmark, the waiting period was lowered to two years, still solely for
wait three years for family reunification. This applies unless Denmark's international obligations state otherwise. The three- beneficiaries of temporary protection status.
year waiting period does not apply to 1951-Convention refugees and refugees with protection status. A specific case
concerning the three-year waiting period is currently pending before the European Court of Human Rights in the case of
M.A. vs. Denmark.
See 60.255.
See 60.255
See 60.255.
See 60.255
60. 258
60. 259
China
Costa Rica
Accepted
Accepted
The Government considers that current policies regarding rights of refugees and migrants are in full conformity with
Denmark’s international obligations.
[no comment found]
The Government considers that current policies regarding rights of refugees and migrants are in full conformity with Denmark’s international obligations. The
recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
See 60.238
60. 260
60. 261
Dominican Republic
Uganda
Accepted
Accepted
[no comment found]
The Government finds that Denmark already fully meets the material requirements of the recommendation. According to
Danish legislation detention must always be used as a measure of last resort.
See 60.238
The Government finds that Denmark already fully meets the material requirements of the recommendation. According to Danish legislation detention must
always be used as a measure of last resort. The recommendation is therefore considered already implemented.
60. 262
Review conditions and treatment of foreign nationals Germany
without residence entitlements at the Ellebaek
Centre for Foreigners
Noted
The Government finds that the conditions and treatment of foreign nationals without legal stay in Denmark are in
accordance with Denmark’s international obligations. The Government does not plan to review the legislation regarding
treatment of foreign nationals at the Ellebæk Centre, but is considering the need for a separate regulation of disciplinary
sanctions for foreigners deprived of their liberty. See 60.263.
The Government finds that the conditions and treatment of foreign nationals without legal stay in Denmark are in accordance with Denmark’s international
obligations. The Government does not plan to review the legislation regarding treatment of foreign nationals at the Ellebæk Centre, but is still considering the
need for a separate regulation of disciplinary sanctions for foreigners deprived of their liberty.
See 60.263.
60. 263
Continue efforts to strengthen measures and
strategies to improve detention procedures and
living conditions in migration detention centres
Step up its efforts to refrain from placing asylum-
seeking children awaiting deportation in detention
and consider utilizing alternatives to detention for
them and for those unaccompanied children in
immigration cases
Ghana
Noted
The Government finds the existing detention procedures and living conditions reasonable, adequate and in accordance
with Denmark’s international obligations.
The Government finds the existing detention procedures and living conditions reasonable, adequate and in accordance with Denmark’s international
obligations.
60. 264
Thailand
Accepted
Under the Danish Aliens Act it is possible to detain asylum seekers and migrants in a number of specified situations,
including risk of absconding in cases of return. Detention may in general only be used if less coercive measures, such as
deportation of passports, are deemed insufficient. Cases concerning minors fall under these provisions, but as a general
rule, Denmark does not detain minors after the provisions in the Aliens Act. The same rule applies regarding the use of less
coercive measures in cases concerning minors.
Under the Danish Aliens Act it is possible to detain asylum seekers and migrants in a number of specified situations, including risk of absconding in cases of
return. Detention may in general only be used if less coercive measures, such as deposit of passports, are deemed insufficient. Cases concerning minors fall
under these provisions, but as a general rule, Denmark does not detain minors after the provisions in the Aliens Act. The same rule applies regarding the use of
less coercive measures in cases concerning minors.
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60. 265
Take necessary measures to ensure that the medical Turkey
examinations of asylum seekers at the reception
centres are performed by independent institutions
Accepted
[no comment found]
Medical examinations of asylum seekers at the reception centres are currently performed by independent institutions. The recommendation is therefore
considered already implemented.
60. 266
Promote the increase of the age limit from 15 to 18 Uruguay
years so that children have the right to family
reunification recognized and the revision of the
Immigration Law according to which people in a
situation of temporary protection cannot benefit
from family reunification up to 3 years of residence,
in line with the recommendations of the Committee
on Children's Rights
Ensure that the best interests of the child are a
primary consideration in all decisions made on
immigration cases involving children
Refrain from shifting its asylum and protection
obligations to third countries and ensure adequate
protection in law and practice for asylum seekers
Uruguay
Noted
Family reunification for children who are between 15 and 18 years old is granted when it is required by Denmark's
As regards to 3 year waiting period, see 60.255.
international obligations. A decision is based on an individual assessment and special emphasis is placed on the best
interest of the child. The reasoning behind the more lenient access to family reunification for children below the age of 15
is to ensure a successful integration when the child relocates to Denmark at an early age. However, the framework is always
administered in accordance with Denmark's international obligations. As regards to 3 year waiting period, see comment to
no. 60.255.
60. 267
Accepted
[no comment found]
The best interest of the child is considered in all immigration cases involving children throughout the entire procedure. The recommendation is therefore
considered already implemented.
60. 268
Canada
Noted
The Government has taken the lead on exploring the possibility of externalizing asylum procedures and subsequent
protection to a third country with the aim of breaking the incentive structures of irregular migration and thus being able to
provide more and better assistance in the regions of origin and along the migratory routes. It is the assessment of the
Government that Denmark is fully complying with international obligations to ensure adequate protection in law and
practice for asylum seekers, and a future externalization scheme will also be established in accordance with Denmark’s
international obligations.
The Danish Government has an ambition to work for a reform of the EU-asylum system in full respect of international obligations, including the principle of non-
refoulement, with the aim of breaking the incentive structures of irregular migration. The Danish Government will engage in all possible solutions that comply
with international conventions and Denmark's EU law obligations, including the possibility of transfering asylum procedures and subsequent protection to a
third country. The Danish Government would like to stress that it is paramount in any reform of the asylum system that the access to territorial asylum is
preserved. It is the assessment of the Danish Government that Denmark is fully complying with international obligations to ensure adequate protection in law
and practice for asylum seekers.
60. 269
Enhance training of police forces concerning the
Egypt
treatment of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers
Ensure migrants and migrant children receive equal Indonesia
and fair treatment in the delivery of programmes and
social benefit
Take the necessary measures to prevent
Belgium
statelessness, in line with national law and the 1961
Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness,
specifically regarding children born in Denmark
Noted
60. 270
Accepted
Noted. The Danish police is obliged to treat all people equally. The Danish police must follow certain procedures in
immigration cases that do not involve a criminal act. Immigration cases are processed by the Ministry of Immigration and
Integration.
[no comment found]
Noted. The Danish police is obliged to treat all people equally. The Danish police must follow certain procedures in immigration cases that do not involve a
criminal act. Immigration cases are processed by the Ministry of Immigration and Integration.
Persons who are legally residing in Denmark have - as in 2021 - equal access to social benefits pursuant to the Danish Act on Social Services.
60. 271
Noted
In accordance with the 1961 UN Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness and the 1989 UN Convention on the Rights
of the Child, applicants, who are born stateless in Denmark, can be placed on a bill on naturalisation without fulfilling the
regular requirements for acquiring Danish citizenship.
In accordance with the 1961 UN Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness and the 1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, applicants, who are born
stateless in Denmark, can be placed on a bill on naturalisation without fulfilling the regular requirements for acquiring Danish citizenship.
60. 272
Establish effective mechanisms to eradicate and
prevent statelessness of children born within the
country, in accordance with the provisions of the
1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness
Continue efforts made in fighting terrorism and its
financing in addition to violent extremism
Chile
Noted
The present requirements, which are formulated in accordance with the 1961 UN Convention on the Reduction of
Statelessness and the 1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, are deemed adequate to prevent stateleness among
children born in Denmark.
The present requirements, which are formulated in accordance with the 1961 UN Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness and the 1989 UN Convention
on the Rights of the Child, are deemed adequate to prevent stateleness among children born in Denmark.
60. 273
Lebanon
Accepted
[no comment found]
Combatting violent extremism, terrorism and its financing is a highly important priority to Denmark. It is the view of the Danish Government that the
recommendation already is fulfilled.
It is the view of the Danish Government that the recommendation already is implemented.
60. 274
60. 275
Uphold the rule of law and international human
Indonesia
rights obligations in its effort to combat terrorism
and terror-related crimes
Ensure Denmark’s compliance with its international Islamic Republic of Iran
obligations by refraining from providing support to
those who are accused or convicted of terrorism, and
prevent the abuse of refugees or asylum status for
terrorist activities against other States
Review the legislative framework relating to the fight Mexico
against terrorism to align it with international human
rights law, including provisions on the issue of
nationality
Review counterterrorism legislations and ensure
Pakistan
their conformity with international law
Ensure that counter-terrorism measures are in full
conformity with the provisions of the International
Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
Ukraine
Accepted
[no comment found]
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.274
60. 276
Noted
The Government finds the legislative framework to be in line with Denmark's international human rights obligations.
The Government finds the legislative framework to be in line with Denmark's international human rights obligations.
60. 277
Noted
See 60.276.
See 60.276
60. 278
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.274
60. 279
60. 280
Bring national counter-terrorism legislation in line
Belarus
with Denmark’s international human rights
obligations
Develop specific poverty reduction measures to
Lithuania
protect children living in Greenland and on the Faroe
Islands
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.274
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.182 and 60.183
At the Faroe Islands implemented measures, such as increased child allowances, a new Family Contribution Act, high state education allowances, favorable tax
system changes, and reduced daycare costs, have significantly increased the disposable income of families with children over the past 10 years. As a result, the
risk of child poverty is notably low, with 8.2% of Faroese children at risk of poverty based on the 60% median, and even lower at 3.4% using the 50% median,
which is remarkably low compared to other countries. It should be noted that most welfare services, such as education, dental care, and healthcare, are
financed without any co-payment.
60. 281
Adopt comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation Iceland
in Greenland that encompasses all the prohibited
grounds of discrimination, including sexual
orientation and gender identity
Accepted
Fully implemented within the area of the Ministry of Justice. Denmark attaches great importance to combatting
discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law, and public authorities cannot discriminate citizens on any ground.
Danish law applicable in Greenland also contains a number of acts on non-discrimination.
Greenland anticipates the adoption of a comprehensive gender equality and anti-discrimination law in the autumn of 2023. The law includes rules that prohibit
discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity amongst other grounds. See also 60.283.
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60. 282
Continue the development of programmes to
combat the sexual abuse of children in Greenland
United States of America
Accepted
[no comment found]
The 35 initiatives in the National Action Plan on Parental Neglect of Children, 2020-2030 of the Government of Greenland are being implemented to combat
neglect of children, including sexual abuse. I.e. the establishment of a treatment center for people with sexually abusive behavior towards children.
The governments of Greenland and Denmark agreed on "Greenlandic-Danish cooperation for a reinforced effort for vulnerable children and young people in
Greenland, 2020-2023". This programme implements 16 initiatives, i.e. professional therapy teams traveling to local communities.
60. 283
Introduce legislation to protect residents of
Canada
Greenland against discrimination on all recognized
grounds, within and outside the labour market,
including establishing an independent appeals board
Accepted
[no comment found]
Greenland anticipates the adoption of a comprehensive gender equality and anti-discrimination law in the autumn of 2023, which ensures the protection
against discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, maternity leave, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender characteristics, race, skin
color, national, social or ethnic origin, disability, age, political view, religion or belief, both within and outside of the labour market. To further enhance
protection, the draft law stipulates the establishment of an independent appeals board. The Government of Greenland is committed to improve residents’
rights and equality, promoting a fair and inclusive society.
60. 284
Address violence against women and provide the
appropriate support services to rape and sexual
assault survivors in the Faroe Islands
Iceland
Accepted
[no comment found]
A national plan with 20 action points on domestic violence and violence in close relationships has been developed. The action plan will be presented to the
Faroese Parliament and proposes to continue initiatives already started and to implement new initiatives in close partnership with health professionals among
others. In addition, the overall area of partner violence has been mapped and funding has been provided for the further establishment and development of the
ambulatory care center for victims of violence.
60. 285
Consider establishing a human rights institution for India
the Faroe Islands in accordance with the principles
relating to the status of national institutions for the
promotion and protection of human rights (the Paris
Principles)
Expedite the establishment of a human rights
Rwanda
institution in the Faroe Islands, in compliance with
the Paris Principles
Evaluate establishing a national human rights
Peru
institution in the Faroe Islands, in accordance with
the Paris Principles
Establish a national human rights institution covering Poland
the Faroe Islands according to recommendations
made by the General Assembly in 1994 and by the
Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights in
2013
Accepted
[no comment found]
A task force was appointed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade to examine and make recommendation on NHRI models that could fit the Faroese
society. Since then the Government of the Faroe Islands has explored the recommendations and continues the work on looking at feasible solutions for the
establishment of a human rights institution for the Faroe Islands with a full mandate in relation to Covenant rights, and that is compliant with the Paris
Principles.
60. 286
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.285
60. 287
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.285
60. 288
Accepted
[no comment found]
See 60.285