In a statement delivered at the 63rd UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, published on 1 October 2026, the UK said it remains committed to combating racism, racial discrimination, antisemitism, xenophobia and related intolerance, and reaffirmed its commitment to the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action. The statement was issued by the UK Mission to the WTO, UN and other international organisations in Geneva.

The statement said the government is committed to tackling racial inequalities and breaking down barriers to opportunity, adding that no one should face discrimination, hatred or fear because of who they are. It also said the UK would mark UK Black History Month the following day, honouring the contributions of Black communities.

The UK expressed deep concern at a rise in antisemitism alongside other forms of hatred and intolerance, citing recent attacks on Jewish individuals and institutions as reinforcing the urgency of action. It said the government takes a zero-tolerance approach, is using the full force of the law to protect Jewish communities and tackle anti-Jewish hatred, and looks forward to further action domestically and internationally. The statement does not quantify the reported rise.