Australian Human Rights Commission Submission to the UN Human Rights Committee, 18 September 2017 Racial discrimination Recommendation 55: That the Australian Government continue to fund and support initiatives to address racism and racial discrimination. Recommendation 56: That the Australian Government recognise the importance of maintaining effective legal protections against racial discrimination in setting a standard for public conduct in a multicultural society. Counter-terrorism Recommendation 57: That the Australian Government consider the concerns raised by the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor in ensuring that counter-terrorism measures do not unnecessarily limit human rights. Recommendation 58: That the Australian Government ensure that where counter-terrorism laws limit human rights, the limitation is clearly expressed, necessary for the pursuit of a legitimate purpose, reasonable and proportionate. The Commission considers this issue to be of such importance that the Committee should request an update from the Australian Government on progress in 12 months time. Human trafficking and slavery Recommendation 59: That the Australian Government fully implement the National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Slavery 2015– 2019; develop a federal compensation scheme for survivors of human trafficking and slavery; ensure regular collection of data on the prevalence of child trafficking and slavery in Australia and the provision of specialist support services to child survivors; and develop a regulatory regime addressing international surrogacy arrangements. Business and human rights Recommendation 60: That the Australian Government formulate a National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights, in consultation with the business sector, and that it have clear links with the National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Slavery 2015–2019. Recommendation 61: That the Australian Government develop a Modern Slavery Act in Australia. Recommendation 62: That the Australian Government amend the Commonwealth Procurement Rules to align with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, including in regard to human rights due diligence in procurement. 39