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<p>The UK welcomed the investigation conducted by the Special Investigation Unit on
the cases of Mohammed Ramadhan and Hussain Moosa and its recommendation that the cases
should be re-tried – a first in Bahrain. As I tweeted on 8 January, we are deeply
concerned about the death sentences given to Mohammed Ramadhan and Hussain Moosa.
The Government of Bahrain are fully aware that the UK is firmly opposed to the death
penalty, in all circumstances. The UK has, and will, continue to monitor the cases
closely and raise concerns with senior members of the Bahraini Government.</p><p>Bahrain
remains a Foreign and Commonwealth Office Human Rights Priority Country; there is
more to do, but we believe progress will only be made by working with Bahrain. Assistance,
which is kept under regular review, is provided in line with international standards,
and fully complies with our human rights obligations and the Overseas Security and
Justice Assistance process.</p>
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