Independent Expert's Fact-Finding Visit to France

Independent Expert John Knox will make an official visit to France on 20-24 October 2014 to evaluate how the country is implementing human rights relating to environmental protection and to identify good practices.

France was the first country to devote an entire constitutional declaration to the right to a healthy environment. During his visit, Knox will meet government officials and experts, as well as representatives of civil society. Read the press release here.