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<p>I refer the hon. Member to my answer of 23 October 2018 (PQ 180116).</p><p>The
honourable member will recall that I expressed my concerns on the sentence given to
Mr Rajab in my written statement of 21 February. I also reiterated the UK's call for
Bahrain to protect freedom of expression for all its citizens, in line with international
obligations.</p><p>Our Embassy in Bahrain has closely monitored the trials of Mr Rajab.
Officials from the Embassy regularly attend Mr Rajab's court hearings, including the
handing down of the latest appeal verdict. We have raised the case at senior levels
as part of the UK's ongoing open dialogue with Bahrain. I am aware that there is now
an opportunity for Mr Rajab's legal team to apply for an appeal through the judicial
system. My officials will continue to monitor the case closely.</p>
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