Penalization of people living in poverty 2011, para. 82g

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[In this context, the Special Rapporteur wishes to present the following recommendations:] States shall recall their obligations to ensure that everyone has the right to adequate housing as a component of the right to an adequate standard of living. This right requires States to ensure the affordability of housing and its accessibility to social services and infrastructure. They must also refrain from carrying out forced evictions. Where evictions are unavoidable, States shall ensure that they are conducted in a manner which respects the dignity and rights to life and security of those affected;
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights
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Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
  • All
Year
2011
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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82g