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In a United Nations review of its human rights record, the United Kingdom was subjected to a torrent of inquiries and criticism on its immigration and anti-poverty measures on Thursday amid claims that it is regressing on freedoms.
Even though criticism is a regular part of the UN process that occurs every few years, observers said the level of scrutiny of one of the most well-known democracies in the world from such a wide spectrum of nations, including allies, was noteworthy.