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1134682

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Philippines: Human Rights
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions, if any, they plan to have with the government of the Philippines about the circumstances of the deaths of Neptali Morada, Ryan Hubilla, Nelly Bagsala, Nonoy Palma and Dennis Sequeña, and ways in which to prevent further killings.
tabling member printed	Lord Hylton
uin	HL16649
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>​We have not had discussions with the Philippine authorities on these specific cases due to ongoing investigations. However, our Embassy in Manila continues to follow developments closely in each case.</p><p>The UK remains concerned about reports of human rights abuses in the Philippines, including the attacks on human rights and labour rights campaigners. We consistently call on the Government of the Philippines to ensure a safe environment for human rights defenders and encourage the Government of the Philippines to prioritise the passage of the Human Rights Defenders Bill.</p><p>Through our national statements at the UN Human Rights Council the UK has urged the Philippines to conduct thorough investigations into killings associated with the war on drugs and to ensure the safety of land rights defenders. We also work closely with our EU partners to press for investigations into instances of abuse.</p><p>The Minister for Asia and the Pacific raised our concerns with Philippines Ministers, including the then Minister for Foreign Affairs Alan Peter Cayetano, during his visit to Manila in August 2018. More recently, the Prime Minister's Trade Envoy to the Philippines raised our concerns with Cabinet Secretaries in February. These messages were also passed to Philippines Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Enrique Manalo during the UK-Philippines High Level Talks that took place in Manila in November 2018.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:15:40 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	2018 label Biography information for Lord Hylton

1134683

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Philippines: Children
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that over 3 million children, aged five to 17, are obliged to work in the Philippines; and what initiatives they are funding to assist with the provision of education for such children.
tabling member printed	Lord Hylton
uin	HL16650
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>We are not aware of these reports. However, we are aware that poverty remains a persistent problem in the Philippines. The UK recognises the impact poverty has as an impediment to economic development and political stability.</p><p>The UK contributes to the education programmes of multilateral institutions in the Philippines through our core contributions to European Union, World Bank, Asian Development Bank and UNICEF. We do not fund education programmes directly in the Philippines.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:15:01 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	2018 label Biography information for Lord Hylton

1134685

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	USA: Iran
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the tweet of the President of the United States on Friday 21 June that the United States had been "cocked & loaded to retaliate" following the shooting down of an unmanned United States drone in Iran, whether they were (1) given advance notice, and (2) consulted, by the United States authorities ahead of the planned United States military strike on 20 June against three Iranian sites; and what explanation they have (a) sought from, and (b) been given by, the government of the United States about that strike, particularly given British assets in that region.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL16652
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>​We share the President's concern about aggressive Iranian behaviour, particularly in the region. On 20 June, a US drone was shot down in international air space. Iran has claimed responsibility but argued the drone was in Iranian airspace. As we have consistently said, our priority remains finding diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions. The specifics of this operation are a matter for US authorities. We continue to monitor the situation. The UK remains in close coordination with international partners, including the US, to find diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:17:37 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1134686

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	USA: Foreign Relations
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the statement by the Prime Minister on 3 June, how the "unrivalled intelligence-sharing" and "deeper, broader and more advanced" security relationship with the United States has been strengthened as a result of President Trump’s State Visit, particularly with regard to their policy towards Iran.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL16653
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>The UK has a special and enduring relationship with the United States based on our long history and shared interests. The State Visit of President Trump on 3-5 June further strengthened our already close relationship with the US in areas including security and defence. The Prime Minister discussed with President Trump how we could build on these ties in the years ahead.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:17:58 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1134688

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Iran: Foreign Relations
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, following the visit of the Minister of State for the Middle East and North Africa to Tehran on 22 to 23 June, what progress they have made (1) in persuading Iran to stop attacks in the Gulf of Oman and reducing tensions in that region, and (2) on the case of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.
tabling member printed	The Marquess of Lothian
uin	HL16655
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>The Minister for the Middle East and North Africa had meetings with senior Iranian government representatives during his visit to Iran. He was clear about the UK's long-held concerns over Iran's activities, as well as the UK's determination to maintain the nuclear deal which is in our shared security interests. The UK remains in close coordination with and will continue to play its full part alongside international partners to find diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions.</p><p>The Minister also pressed again on behalf of the British Government for the urgent and unconditional release of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and all British-Iranian dual nationals who are being arbitrarily detained. During Mrs Zaghari-Ratcliffe's hunger strike, we continue to support her family, including Mr Ratcliffe who is also fasting. We have made clear to the Iranian authorities that we expect them to ensure that Nazanin is treated humanely and in line with international standards. We are requesting consular access, medical treatment and will continue working to find a solution to secure her unconditional release.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:19:43 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	259 label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian

1134706

registered interest
date	25/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Saudi Arabia: Integrated Activity Fund
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government, following the Court of Appeal ruling that the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia was unlawful and reports that training for the Saudi Arabian military was financed by the Integrated Activity Fund, what assessment they have made of projects financed by that fund.
tabling member printed	Lord Scriven
uin	HL16673
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>​All project work in Saudi Arabia is kept under regular review both in-country and by relevant departments in London.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:19:59 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	4333 label Biography information for Lord Scriven

1134311

registered interest
date	24/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Israel: Palestinians
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the statistics collected by Military Court Watch from the testimonies of Palestinian children who were detained by the Israeli military in the West Bank in 2019, published in May, and its findings that (1) 52 per cent were arrested at night, (2) 95 per cent were hand-tied, often painfully, (3) 91 per cent were blindfolded in contravention of the recommendations of Unicef, (4) 69 per cent experienced some form of physical abuse such as slapping, kicking and punching, (5) 67 per cent experienced threats, and (6) 74 per cent reported being denied access to a lawyer prior to questioning; and what representations they intend to make to the government of Israel about those testimonies.
tabling member printed	Lord Judd
uin	HL16596
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>​We are extremely concerned about the treatment of Palestinian children detained in Israeli prisons. Reports of the heavy use of painful restraints and the high number of Palestinian children who are not informed of their legal rights, in contravention of Israel's own regulations, are particularly concerning. We continue to make representations to the Israeli authorities on this issue and we remain committed to working with Israel to secure improvements to the practices surrounding Palestinian children in detention in Israel.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:13:49 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	1660 label Biography information for Lord Judd

1134332

registered interest
date	24/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Khader al-Saaidy
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment have they made of reports that Israeli Defence Forces refused a fisherman, Khader al Saaidy, medical assistance after he was shot and blinded whilst he was fishing within the limits of the fishing zone established by the government of Israel.
tabling member printed	Baroness Tonge
uin	HL16617
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>Whilst we have not made any assessment on this specific issue, we are aware of media reports. We regularly raise our concerns over the use of live fire with the Israeli authorities and urge unimpeded access to medical treatment.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:13:10 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	200 label Biography information for Baroness Tonge

1134333

registered interest
date	24/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Gaza: Fisheries
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the restriction of fishing zones in Gaza on the level of protein in Gazan children’s diets.
tabling member printed	Baroness Tonge
uin	HL16618
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>We have not made an assessment on this, however we regularly raise with the Government of Israel the urgent need to ease all access and movement restrictions on Gaza, including fishing limits. This would help to restore the fishing industry as regular alterations to the zone, often as a punitive measure, cause uncertainty and insecurity. The UK would like to see a permanent increase in the size of the fishing zone off the coast of Gaza in line with the limit of 20 nautical miles stipulated in the Oslo accords.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:12:21 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	200 label Biography information for Baroness Tonge

1134335

registered interest
date	24/06/2019
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Israel: Nuclear Installations
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that there are leaks of radioactive waste from the Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Centre in Dimona.
tabling member printed	Baroness Tonge
uin	HL16620
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/07/2019 answer text <p>​While we are aware of media reports, we have not made an assessment of this issue as it is a matter for the Israeli authorities.</p> answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon question first answered 08/07/2019 15:12:44 answering member 4210 label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
tabling member	200 label Biography information for Baroness Tonge