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1. Article 1 of the Convention. Sexual harassment. The Committee notes the Government’s statement that only section 222-44 of the New Penal Code currently prohibits sexual harassment in employment and occupation. Noting that a study on sexual harassment in employment and occupation is currently being undertaken, the Committee requests the Government to provide information with its next report on the findings of this study and on any further measures taken or envisaged to prevent sexual harassment in employment and occupation.

2. Articles 1 to 5. Application in law and practice. Labour inspection. The Committee notes that under sections 22(2) and (3) and 25 of Organic Act No. 99-209 of 19 March 1999, New Caledonia has exercised competence since 1 January 2000 in the fields of labour law, labour inspection and the access of foreign nationals to work. The Committee requests the Government to provide information with its next report on the measures taken or envisaged in accordance with the new competences of New Caledonia to give effect to the principle of equality of opportunity and treatment in employment and occupation and to provide copies of any relevant legal texts or studies.