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1128332

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	05/06/2019
	date	22/05/2019
	date tabled	22/05/2019
	ddp created	24/05/2019 09:00:38
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	24/05/2019 09:21:17 05/06/2019 11:45:05
	hansard heading	Fracking
	house id	1
	identifier	257570
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	05/06/2019 11:13:49
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 21 May 2019 to Question 255376, what assessment he has made of the effect of Official Development Assistance spending on shale gas development on (a) the Chinese fracking industry and (b) the environment.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member constituency	Nottingham North
	tabling member printed	Alex Norris
	title	House of Commons Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 257570
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	257570
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	NamedDay
	answer	answer answer text <p>There have been three Official Development Assistance projects related to unconventional gas in China, which have focused on ensuring a sustainable, responsible approach to China's planned development of its shale gas resources and helping accelerate the transition away from coal as an energy source. The first project supported the development of improved standards for local and community engagement with large infrastructure projects, including shale gas. The second project supported Sichuan Province in China to develop shale gas in a sustainable way by improving its environmental protection and mineral rights regulation. The third produced a scoping study to advise Her Majesty's Government on options for future Prosperity Fund projects with China on shale gas. Outcomes recorded from these, now-completed, projects include 1) increased understanding of international standards for public engagement related to energy infrastructure, 2) endorsement by the Sichuan Energy Bureau and Sichuan Environmental Protection Bureau of policy recommendations supporting the development of the first set of provincial environmental regulations for shale gas in China, and 3) improved understanding of the barriers to development of the Chinese shale gas industry, including the lack of a coherent environmental framework.</p>
	creator	4641 label Biography information for Alex Norris
	publisher	25259 pref label House of Commons
	tabling member	4641 label Biography information for Alex Norris

1127909

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	23/05/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 17:46:16
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 18:00:38 28/05/2019 15:00:07
	hansard heading	Togo: Foreign Relations
	house id	1
	identifier	257019
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	28/05/2019 14:29:29
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what diplomatic steps he has taken to develop the UK Government's relationship with Togo.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member constituency	Romford
	tabling member printed	Andrew Rosindell
	title	House of Commons Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 257019
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	257019
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>The British Government does not have diplomatic representation in Togo. Our non-Resident Ambassador – the British High Commissioner to Accra – provides our diplomatic representation and recently received accreditation from the Government of Togo. In March, our Honorary Consul also received accreditation. This progress demonstrates the strengthening of our bilateral relationship with Togo and enables us to progress our relationship further.</p><p>Our non-Resident Ambassador has discussed how the UK-Togo relationship can expand with President Gnassingbé, specifically concerning economic development and improved trade links.</p>
	creator	1447 label Biography information for Andrew Rosindell
	publisher	25259 pref label House of Commons
	tabling member	1447 label Biography information for Andrew Rosindell

1127910

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	23/05/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 17:46:19
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 18:00:40 30/05/2019 16:07:05
	hansard heading	Azerbaijan: Foreign Relations
	house id	1
	identifier	257020
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	30/05/2019 15:35:50
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent steps he has taken to improve the diplomatic relationship between the UK and Azerbaijan.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member constituency	Romford
	tabling member printed	Andrew Rosindell
	title	House of Commons Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 257020
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	257020
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>​The United Kingdom and the Republic of Azerbaijan have enjoyed a strong diplomatic relationship for over a quarter of century. Through regular political and economic dialogue we work together to increase cooperation in all areas of mutual interest. Our annual strategic dialogue, which I last co-chaired in October 2018, provides opportunity for discussion of bilateral relations, multilateral issues and human rights.</p><p>Our regular UK-Azerbaijan Joint Intergovernmental Commission, which is co-chaired by the Minister of State for International Trade, was last held on 22 May. This is a forum for in-depth discussion of the UK and Azerbaijan's energy and trade relationship, and sets the agenda for future cooperation in new economic sectors.</p><p>We also strengthen bilateral relations through regular high-level visits, most significantly when the Prime Minister welcomed President Aliyev to the UK in April 2018. We have forged close partnerships in the educational, cultural and creative sectors. Every year we welcome new Chevening scholars from Azerbaijan to the UK, and thousands of Azerbaijani students have studied at UK universities.</p>
	creator	1447 label Biography information for Andrew Rosindell
	publisher	25259 pref label House of Commons
	tabling member	1447 label Biography information for Andrew Rosindell

1128567

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	04/06/2019
	date	23/05/2019
	date tabled	23/05/2019
	ddp created	24/05/2019 09:11:13
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	24/05/2019 09:30:29 10/06/2019 15:09:01
	hansard heading	Syria: Military Intervention
	house id	1
	identifier	257656
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	10/06/2019 14:37:48
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what information his Department holds on the alleged targeting by Syrian and Russia of 13 hospitals in Syria run by the Union of Medical Care and relief organisations.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member constituency	Cynon Valley
	tabling member printed	Ann Clwyd
	title	House of Commons Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 257656
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	257656
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>​We are appalled by reports that hospitals in north west Syria have been hit by Russian and regime airstrikes. The UN estimate that 20 health facilities, at least 9 of which are hospitals, have been affected by recent hostilities. It is inexcusable that hospitals have been attacked despite their coordinates being provided to Russia and others by the UN deconfliction mechanism. We urgently call on the Syrian regime, Russia and all other actors to abide by international law and respect the ceasefire agreed last year and the deconfliction mechanism.</p>
	creator	553 label Biography information for Ann Clwyd
	publisher	25259 pref label House of Commons
	tabling member	553 label Biography information for Ann Clwyd

1127238

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	31/05/2019
	date	16/05/2019
	date tabled	16/05/2019
	ddp created	16/05/2019 19:40:36
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	16/05/2019 19:45:10 28/05/2019 15:15:02
	hansard heading	Homophobia
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15791
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	28/05/2019 14:43:09
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have to hold discussions at the G20 in Osaka on 28–29 June on the economic and social benefits of an inclusive and diverse society in which governments act to prevent homophobia, biphobia and transphobia.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Anelay of St Johns
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15791
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15791
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>​The UK is fully committed to the promotion and protection of LGBT rights globally. In the case of the 2019 G20 Summit, there are currently no plans for formal discussions on preventing homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. However, the British Government continues to work through our embassies, High Commissions and through international organisations and multilateral fora to promote tolerance and non-discrimination and to address discriminatory laws against LGBT people. The UK is clear that open, inclusive and diverse societies are key for business and economic growth.</p>
	creator	3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns

1128080

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	06/06/2019
	date	22/05/2019
	date tabled	22/05/2019
	ddp created	22/05/2019 20:50:56
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	22/05/2019 20:55:44 06/06/2019 16:32:01
	hansard heading	Marshall Scholarships
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15929
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	06/06/2019 16:31:46
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the case for increasing the number of students who can participate in the Marshall Scholarship programme to 100; and what assessment they have made of the benefits of that programme to the UK's international reputation.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Meyer
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15929
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15929
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>​For 65 years, the Marshall Scholarship programme has created lasting bridges between the US and the UK by funding intellectually distinguished young Americans to undertake postgraduate studies in Britain. Marshall scholars become advocates for greater depth and breadth of interaction, co-operation and mutual understanding between the two countries, with many going on to senior positions in politics, business, the law and other fields. The Government increased the programme's funding in 2017, allowing up to 50 scholarships to be awarded per year. This increased investment reflects the strengthened commitment of the British Government to the value of this programme and to the Special Relationship. The Tailored Review of the programme this year concluded that it continues to support UK-US relations, and in line with the review's recommendations, we will be building on work to develop our processes for evaluating the programme's impact.</p>
	creator	4699 label Biography information for Baroness Meyer
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	4699 label Biography information for Baroness Meyer

1128012

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	05/06/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 21:46:25
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 21:56:04 05/06/2019 15:20:02
	hansard heading	Hong Kong: Extradition
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15897
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	05/06/2019 14:48:09
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, in view of the human rights guarantees in the Sino-British Joint Declaration, what assessment they have made of the implications for (1) human rights, and (2) the independence of the judiciary, in Hong Kong of the government of Hong Kong's proposals to amend its extradition law.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Northover
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15897
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15897
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>We have noted the concerns voiced by legal and business representative organisations and civil society groups in Hong Kong about both the content and the short consultation period allowed for the proposed changes to the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance and the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Ordinance.</p><p>We have raised a number of issues relating to the proposals with the Hong Kong Government at senior levels. These include potential implications for both our joint security cooperation and our bilateral extradition treaty and the potential consequences for the UK business community and for UK citizens living in or travelling through Hong Kong. We will continue to seek clarity from the authorities on these points.</p><p>The Foreign Secretary and Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chrystia Freeland, issued a Joint Statement on 30 May, which noted concern for the potential effect of the proposals on the large number of UK and Canadian citizens in Hong Kong, on business confidence and on Hong Kong’s international reputation. They made clear that any extradition arrangements in Hong Kong should be in line with ‘One Country, Two Systems’ and fully respect Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy. They also urged the Hong Kong Government to engage meaningfully with Hong Kong’s broad range of local and international stakeholders in order to ensure their concerns are fully considered.</p><p> </p>
	creator	2539 label Biography information for Baroness Northover
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	2539 label Biography information for Baroness Northover

1128013

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	05/06/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 21:46:26
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 21:56:06 05/06/2019 14:50:02
	hansard heading	Hong Kong: Extradition
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15898
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	05/06/2019 14:18:08
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of implications for the UK’s extradition treaty with Hong Kong of that government's proposals to amend its extradition law.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Northover
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15898
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15898
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>We have noted the concerns voiced by legal and business representative organisations and civil society groups in Hong Kong about both the content and the short consultation period allowed for the proposed changes to the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance and the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Ordinance.</p><p>We have raised a number of issues relating to the proposals with the Hong Kong Government at senior levels. These include potential implications for both our joint security cooperation and our bilateral extradition treaty and the potential consequences for the UK business community and for UK citizens living in or travelling through Hong Kong. We will continue to seek clarity from the authorities on these points.</p><p>The Foreign Secretary and Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chrystia Freeland, issued a Joint Statement on 30 May, which noted concern for the potential effect of the proposals on the large number of UK and Canadian citizens in Hong Kong, on business confidence and on Hong Kong’s international reputation. They made clear that any extradition arrangements in Hong Kong should be in line with ‘One Country, Two Systems’ and fully respect Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy. They also urged the Hong Kong Government to engage meaningfully with Hong Kong’s broad range of local and international stakeholders in order to ensure their concerns are fully considered.</p><p> </p>
	creator	2539 label Biography information for Baroness Northover
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	2539 label Biography information for Baroness Northover

1128020

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	05/06/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 21:46:34
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 21:56:19 04/06/2019 14:27:03
	hansard heading	Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15905
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	04/06/2019 13:55:47
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government when a communiqué from the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council in London on 4 and 5 December 2018 will be published.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Stern
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15905
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15905
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>​The British Government and the Overseas Territories developed an Action Plan as a more effective tool for measuring progress following the Joint Ministerial Council. I laid a Written Ministerial Statement on 17 December 2018 (HLWS1153) which covered the main issues in the Action Plan. The next Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council will take place in London on 26 and 27 November 2019.</p>
	creator	2475 label Biography information for Baroness Stern
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	2475 label Biography information for Baroness Stern

1128021

	human indexable
	published
	registered interest
	answer date	05/06/2019
	date	21/05/2019
	date tabled	21/05/2019
	ddp created	21/05/2019 21:46:36
	answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	question status	Tabled
	answering dept id	16
	answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
	ddp modified	21/05/2019 21:56:21 04/06/2019 14:27:01
	hansard heading	British Overseas Territories: Companies
	house id	2
	identifier	HL15906
	legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
	parliament number	57
	question first answered	04/06/2019 13:56:00
	question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by the Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office on 28 January (211613), what is the schedule for technical workshops between the UK and the British Overseas Territories for the establishment of public registers of beneficial ownership; and what are the agendas for each of those workshops.
	session	2017/19
	session number	1
	tabling member printed	Baroness Stern
	title	House of Lords Tabled Parliamentary Question 2017/19 HL15906
	type	WrittenParliamentaryQuestion
	uin	HL15906
	version	1
	written parliamentary question type	Ordinary
	answer	answer answer text <p>My Department is working with other Government Departments on the support and expertise the UK Government can offer the Overseas Territories. As part of that, we plan to hold a technical workshop this summer, and are currently liaising with the Overseas Territories to agree the issues they would find it most useful to cover in the workshop. These issues could include policy, technical and legal areas.</p>
	creator	2475 label Biography information for Baroness Stern
	publisher	25277 pref label House of Lords
	tabling member	2475 label Biography information for Baroness Stern