Date Type Case No Country Mandate(s) Summary of the allegation transmitted ARE 2/2013 13/05/2013 United Arab JUA Emirates Independence of judges and lawyers; Torture; Alleged torture and ill-treatment and denial of access to a lawyer. According to the information received, on 10 July 2012, British nationals Mr. Grant Cameron, Mr. Suneet Jeerh, and Mr. Karl Williams, were arrested on suspicion of being in possession of illegal drugs. They were reportedly severely tortured and ill-treated by police officers of the Dubai Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Subsequently, the three men were brought to the CID headquarters and forced to sign documents in Arabic, which none of them understood. It is reported that, despite requests from Mr. Williams as well as Mr. Jeer, no photos of their injuries were taken. The public prosecutor allegedly denied the local lawyer access to the men, which prevented the lawyer from getting the requisite powers of attorney. It is alleged that no independent investigation has been launched into the allegations of torture and ill-treatment. Finally, it is reported that the three men have been sentenced to four years’ imprisonment. CAN 3/2013 14/05/2013 Canada JOL Democratic and equitable international order; Water and Sanitation; Alleged restrictions on the right to equitable participation of indigenous peoples in decision-making. According to the information received, on 29 February 2012, Bill S-8, entitled ‘Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act’, was introduced in the Senate. It is alleged that indigenous peoples have not benefitted from effective participation in the decision making process. In particular, it is alleged that the consultation meetings, held by the federal government with indigenous peoples on issues where their consent were needed, failed to allow for the effective participation of First Nation communities. Reply 23/07/2013 25/07/2013 25/07/2013 25/07/2013 25/07/2013 A/HRC/24/21 53