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723709

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	Darfur: Chemical Weapons
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to establish whether chemical weapons have been used against the civilian population in Darfur.
tabling member printed	Lord Alton of Liverpool
uin	HL6752
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>The OPCW asked the Government of Sudan, as a State Party to the Chemical Weapons Convention, to share all relevant information, and offered its assistance in any investigation. The Sudanese authorities have since reported to the OPCW that their national investigations have found no evidence of chemical weapon use in the Jebel Marra region. Separately, we continue to press the Government of Sudan, most recently at the UK-Sudan Strategic Dialogue on 29 March, to allow the AU/UN Peacekeeping Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) unrestricted access to all parts of Darfur.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:19:56 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	738 label Biography information for Lord Alton of Liverpool

723744

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	Nigeria: Human Rights
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what is their latest assessment of the human rights situation in Nigeria.
tabling member printed	Lord Kennedy of Southwark
uin	HL6786
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>​Boko Haram have committed horrendous atrocities against communities in Nigeria and the wider region. We estimate that over 20,000 people have been killed by the group. The Nigerian armed forces have severely weakened Boko Haram, but the group remains a threat to security in the region. We remain committed to supporting Nigeria and its neighbours in the fight against Boko Haram and are providing a package of military and intelligence support.</p><p>We are also concerned by credible reports of human rights violations by the Nigerian security forces and the accidental bombing by the Nigerian Air Force in January of a camp for displaced people in Rann. We continually make clear to the Nigerian authorities the importance of upholding human rights standards for all, including protecting civilians in conflict areas and detention. The military support that we are providing is designed not only to counter terrorism, but also to improve human rights standards.</p><p>We welcome President Buhari's commitment to improve the human rights situation, for example, his commitment to overhaul the Nigerian armed force's rules of engagement and to ensure that human rights violations by the security forces are investigated and appropriate action is taken. We also welcome the news that the Nigerian Air Force has launched an investigation into the tragic incident in Rann. Nevertheless, despite these positive steps, more needs to be done. We continue to work with the Nigerian government, non-governmental organisations and civil society to improve the security situation and human rights for all in Nigeria.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:12:22 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	4153 label Biography information for Lord Kennedy of Southwark

723746

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	Burma: Human Rights
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what is their latest assessment of the human rights situation in Myanmar.
tabling member printed	Lord Kennedy of Southwark
uin	HL6788
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Despite considerable progress towards improving the rule of law in Burma in recent years, we remain deeply concerned about ongoing human rights violations by the military in Burma. These include violations of civil and political rights, conflict-related violations including sexual violence, and widespread and systematic discrimination against Muslims in Rakhine State. I raised concerns with the Burmese authorities about a range of human rights issues when I visited in November with a focus on conflict related sexual abuses and Rakhine. The Foreign Secretary, my Rt Hon. Friend the Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip (Mr Johnson) made representations at the highest levels to both the civilian and military administration when he visited in January. In addition to political advocacy, the UK co-sponsored a Resolution at the Human Rights Council in March raising international concerns and mandating a UN Fact Finding Mission to look into the recent reports of widespread human rights violations in Rakhine State. We also fund project work through NGOs in Burma that provide practical support to promote human rights on the ground.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:20:59 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	4153 label Biography information for Lord Kennedy of Southwark

723765

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	White Helmets
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 value of the White Helmets in humanitarian work in the Syrian conflict.
tabling member printed	Lord Eames
uin	HL6807
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Syria Civil Defence (SCD), also known as the White Helmets, plays an invaluable role in rescuing people from the devastation caused by Syrian and Russian air and missile strikes. The 107 SCD teams, of over 3100 volunteer women and men, deliver community-based services to approximately four million Syrian civilians living in opposition-controlled areas. To date they have saved over 85,000 lives and conducted extensive mine risk awareness campaigns to help civilians protect themselves from unexploded ordnance. 167 SCD volunteers have been killed and another 480 seriously injured while carrying out their life-saving work.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:20:19 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	2793 label Biography information for Lord Eames

723766

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	White Helmets
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government how much financial assistance was provided by the UK to the White Helmets in (1) 2015–16, and (2) the current year to date.
tabling member printed	Lord Eames
uin	HL6808
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Syria Civil Defence is funded by a group of Western nations, including the UK. We have provided almost £30 million since we first began work with SCD in 2013, including contributions of around £11 million in 2015-16 and around £11 million in 2016-17. HMG will contribute a further £8.2 million in 2017-18. The United States, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark also provide funding to SCD.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:20:33 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	2793 label Biography information for Lord Eames

723767

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	White Helmets
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government how the activities of the White Helmets in Syria are observed and analysed; and by whom.
tabling member printed	Lord Eames
uin	HL6809
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Her Majesty's Government monitors the work of the Syria Civil Defence (SCD) through frequent contact with our implementing partner and receives regular reporting including specific incident reports, weekly reports, and quarterly project reports. The activities of SCD are also monitored and evaluated by our implementing partner; through independent audits; and through third party monitoring. These reports and continuing monitoring contribute to HMG's work to ensure due diligence, evaluation and accountability for project delivery.</p><p>HMG is not aware of reported attacks on civilians by the White Helmets. While all allegations of human rights abuses are treated seriously, HMG notes that the Syrian regime and Russia sought to discredit Syria Civil Defence through a concerted disinformation campaign. HMG remains steadfast in our support to the 3100 women and men of Syria Civil Defence who continue to risk their lives to save lives and make their communities more resilient.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:18:57 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	2793 label Biography information for Lord Eames

723768

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	White Helmets
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what reports they have received on the activities of the White Helmets in Syria; what are the sources of such reports; and what action was taken as a result.
tabling member printed	Lord Eames
uin	HL6810
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Her Majesty's Government (HMG) monitors the work of the Syria Civil Defence (SCD) through frequent contact with our implementing partner. We receive regular reporting, including specific incident reports, weekly reports, and quarterly project reports. The activities of SCD are also monitored and evaluated by our implementing partner; through independent audits; and through third party monitoring. These reports and continuing monitoring contribute to HMG's work to ensure due diligence, evaluation and accountability for project delivery.</p><p>HMG is not aware of reported attacks on civilians by the White Helmets. While all allegations of human rights abuses are treated seriously, HMG notes that the Syrian regime and Russia have sought to discredit Syria Civil Defence through a concerted disinformation campaign. HMG remains steadfast in our support to the 3100 women and men of Syria Civil Defence who continue to risk their lives to save others.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:18:42 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	2793 label Biography information for Lord Eames

723769

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	White Helmets
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of reported attacks on civilians in Syria by the White Helmets.
tabling member printed	Lord Eames
uin	HL6811
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>Her Majesty's Government (HMG) is not aware of reported attacks on civilians by the White Helmets. While all allegations of human rights abuses are treated seriously, HMG notes that the Syrian regime and Russia sought to discredit Syria Civil Defence (SCD) through a concerted disinformation campaign. HMG remains steadfast in our support to the 3100 women and men of Syria Civil Defence who continue to risk their lives to save lives and make their communities more resilient.</p><p>HMG monitors the work of SCD through frequent contact with our implementing partner and receives regular reporting including specific incident reports, weekly reports, and quarterly project reports. The activities of SCD are also monitored and evaluated by our implementing partner; through independent audits; and through third party monitoring. These reports and continuing monitoring contribute to HMG's work to ensure due diligence, evaluation and accountability for project delivery.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:14:45 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	2793 label Biography information for Lord Eames

723772

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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	Egypt: Christianity
house id	2
legislature	25277 pref label House of Lords
question text	To ask Her Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the government of Egypt regarding the bombings of the Coptic churches in Alexandria and Tanta in April.
tabling member printed	Baroness Berridge
uin	HL6814
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>We strongly condemn the recent attacks in Egypt against the Coptic Christian community, claimed by Daesh. The Government of Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of minorities and to the need to promote religious tolerance. We welcome President Sisi's calls for peaceful coexistence and the Government of Egypt's expression of support for the rights of Christians and for religious tolerance.</p><p>The UK Government continues to work closely with the Egyptian authorities on security and counter-terrorism.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:11:33 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	4218 label Biography information for Baroness Berridge

723782

registered interest
date	24/04/2017
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 representations they are making to the government of Israel regarding reports of the desecration of Islamic sites in the occupied Palestinian territories by Israeli settlers, during the Jewish Passover holiday.
tabling member printed	Baroness Tonge
uin	HL6824
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/04/2017 answer text <p>​While we have not raised this specific issue with the Israeli authorities, we have repeatedly raised our concerns about incidents of settler violence and intimidation, and have stressed the importance of thorough investigations and accountability.</p> answering member printed Baroness Anelay of St Johns question first answered 27/04/2017 12:12:56 answering member 3474 label Biography information for Baroness Anelay of St Johns
tabling member	200 label Biography information for Baroness Tonge