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Scoop
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Human Rights Council Hears Concerns Over Displacement, Genocide Risks And Migrant Trafficking
23 June 2025 Of the record 83 million people internally displaced worldwide, at least 1.2 million were displaced by crime-related violence in 2024 – more than double the 2023 figure – amid a global decline in support for international norms, human rights and the rule of law. The growing reach of organised crime in driving displacement and rights violations was the focus of a report delivered Monday morning by the Special Rapporteur on the human rights of internally displaced persons, Paula Gaviria Betancur. Driving displacement As violent conflicts worsen globally, displacement is increasingly driven by the threat of violence or the desire of criminal groups to control territory, resources and illicit economies. Additionally, in places like Sudan, Palestine and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), occupying powers and criminal groups are systematically uprooting communities to alter demographics, treating IDPs as military targets. 'Displacement is no longer just a consequence of conflict – it is increasingly its deliberate objective,' Ms. Betancur warned. In these regions, either the State enables impunity for violent groups or national security operations worsen the crisis by punishing victims and fuelling further displacement, eroding state legitimacy. IDPs in these contexts 'face grave violations of their human rights,' including 'murder, violent assault, kidnapping, forced labour, child recruitment and sexual exploitation,' she said. ' The rise in global displacement is the result of systemic failure – the failure of States and the international community to tackle its root causes,' Ms. Betancur concluded, calling for stronger support for the UN and accountability for criminal groups. Genocide risks in conflict areas Virginia Gamba, Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide, briefed the council on escalating risks in Sudan, Gaza, the DRC and beyond during Monday's session. In Sudan, where over 10.5 million have been displaced since fighting erupted in April 2023, both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are committing grave rights violations. Ethnically motivated attacks by the RSF in certain regions mean 'the risk of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan remains very high,' Ms. Gamba underscored. Turning to Gaza, she called the scale of civilian suffering and destruction ' staggering and unacceptable,' noting the conflict has also fuelled rising antisemitism and Islamophobia worldwide. Hate speech fuelling violence As attacks on civilians and ethnic violence continue in the DRC, hate speech and discrimination have surged. But this surge is also occurring worldwide, further exacerbating the risk of genocide. 'Hate speech – which has been a precursor for genocide in the past – is present in far too many situations, often targeting the most vulnerable,' said Ms. Gamba, highlighting refugees, Indigenous peoples and religious minorities. For genocide prevention, she urged greater efforts to monitor hate speech, expand education efforts, and strengthen partnerships with regional organizations. ' The task of preventing genocide remains critical and urgent—the moment to act is now,' she stressed. Trafficking of migrant domestic workers Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, Siobhán Mullally, presented her report on the trafficking risks faced by migrant domestic workers. 'The specific nature of domestic work, and weak regulatory responses by States, produce a structural vulnerability to exploitation,' Ms. Mullally said. The crisis disproportionately affects women, as they make up the majority of domestic workers and 61 per cent of trafficking victims detected globally in 2022. Conditions of domestic work Many women from disadvantaged communities are promised jobs abroad, but upon arrival, realise they have been conned. They endure violence, labour abuses and sexual exploitation but are unable to pay the exorbitant penalty for terminating their work contracts. Ms. Mullally cited the legacy of slavery, gendered and racialised views of domestic work and intersecting discrimination as key factors behind poor conditions and trafficking risks. Most States lack the political will to enforce labour laws in the domestic work sector, reinforcing this crisis, she said, calling for stronger labour laws, safe migration pathways, bilateral agreements grounded in human rights and an end to the criminalisation of trafficking victims.
Scottish Sun
19-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Beloved Glasgow restaurant sold by owner after almost 30 years
Details on the new owners have been revealed CHEERS TO THAT! Beloved Glasgow restaurant sold by owner after almost 30 years Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MUCH-loved restaurant in the heart of Glasgow city centre has been sold after almost 30 years in business. The owners of Gamba, which is located on West George Street, put the "institution" up for sale last year. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Gamba has now been sold to new owners Credit: FACEBOOK: Smith and Clough Business Associates It was initially put on the market for £230,000, but around three months later, the asking price was cut to offers over £195,000. The restaurant is popular with both locals and tourists alike for its delicious seafood served up in a relaxed, stylish basement setting. The venue serves up incredible, creative dishes, including its famous Scottish lobster thermidor, Isle of Gigha halibut and its signature fish soup. Many visited the diner for its extensive drinks menu, with exceptional wines, whiskies, and cocktails all on offer. But Smith and Clough Business Associates have now revealed that Gamba has been snapped up after 27 years. The team said they were "delighted" to announce the sale as they shared the news on social media. Posting on Facebook, they explained that they acted on behalf of Gamba's owner, Derek Marshall. And they revealed that it was bought over by Mohammed Rehman, who is also the owner of Cafe Wander. The cafe is also located in Glasgow city centre on West George Street. Smith and Clough explained that the current owners will stay at the restaurant for six months to make sure everything runs smoothly. Glasgow's Cheapest Chippy for Sale The post on Facebook read: "We are delighted to announce the sale of Gamba restaurant, which is renowned for being the best seafood restaurant in Glasgow, and is a real Glasgow institution. "Acting on behalf of owner Derek Marshall, who launched Gamba 27 years ago, we were pleased to handle the sale of this much-loved restaurant, with the business being purchased by Mohammed Rehman, who owns Cafe Wander in the city centre, which we had also handled the sale of a few years ago. "Derek will remain in place for six months to ensure a smooth transition, and we would like to wish the new owner continued success with Gamba, as well as wish Derek all the best for the next chapter of his life. "The Gamba deal follows hot on the heels of a number of other Glasgow institutions that we have handled the sale of recently including Ziques, Meditteraneo and The Drake. "With a number of other deals in the pipeline, which is an encouraging sign reflecting the popularity and strength of the Glasgow bar and restaurant sector."
