The SC is committed to promoting and protecting the welfare, health and safety of all workers building stadiums for the 2022 FIFA World Cup™. We acknowledge the concerns raised by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which we have discussed at length with HRW representatives over the last few weeks. However, we whole-heartedly refute the suggestion the SC has “abdicated responsibility” or that the SC has failed to protect the lives of workers on our projects. We have received constructive feedback from HRW on the Humidex system. We are continuously striving to enhance the system and are exploring new approaches, such as capturing data on a year-long basis. In addition, as we communicated to HRW, we are also considering their recommendations in relation to the Wet Globe Bulb Temperature (WBGT) system. However we remain of the view that the Humidex system, which is internationally recognised, is an accurate and effective method of monitoring work conditions on site. Indeed, HRW has recognised the efforts made to protect workers on our sites during hotter times of the year...