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1078578

	registered interest
	date	27/02/2019
	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	Yemen: International Law
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the Joint Incident Assessment Team in investigating breeches of international humanitarian law in Yemen.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	226493
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/03/2019 answer text <p>The UK welcomes the release by the Coalition Joint Incident Assessment Team (JIAT) of over 100 statements from investigations into incidents of alleged breaches of international humanitarian law (IHL) in Yemen. We regularly raise the importance of compliance with IHL with the Saudi Arabian Government and other members of the Coalition.</p> answering member constituency North East Bedfordshire answering member printed Alistair Burt question first answered 08/03/2019 12:01:37 answering member 1201 label Biography information for Alistair Burt
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1078580

	registered interest
	date	27/02/2019
	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	Yemen: Médecins Sans Frontières
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of the validity of the findings of the Joint Incidents Assessment Team investigation into the bombing of a Médecins Sans Frontières cholera treatment centre in Abs in Yemen on 11 June 2018.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	226494
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/03/2019 answer text <p>It is important that credible allegations of violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) are investigated. We regularly press, including at senior levels, the need for the Saudi-led Coalition to conduct thorough and conclusive investigations into reports of alleged violations of IHL.</p> answering member constituency North East Bedfordshire answering member printed Alistair Burt question first answered 08/03/2019 12:03:47 answering member 1201 label Biography information for Alistair Burt
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1078672

	registered interest
	date	27/02/2019
	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	Yemen: Humanitarian Aid and Security
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of (a) security and (b) the humanitarian situation in (i) Sa'dah, Yemen and (ii) Hajjah, Yemen; and if he will make a statement.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	226506
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/03/2019 answer text <p>The UK remains deeply concerned by the security and humanitarian situation in Yemen, including in Sa’dah and Hajjah. We maintain that a political settlement is the only way to bring long-term stability to Yemen.</p> answering member constituency North East Bedfordshire answering member printed Alistair Burt question first answered 08/03/2019 12:05:02 answering member 1201 label Biography information for Alistair Burt
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1081751

	registered interest
	date	04/03/2019
	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	African Union
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what her Department’s priorities are for the upcoming African Union Summit in Niger; and whether representatives from the Government plan to attend.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	227934
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 07/03/2019 answer text <p>​The next African Union (AU) Executive Council will be on 4-5 July 2019 in Niamey, Niger. It will take place along-side the first Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the AU and the African Regional Economic Communities on 7-8 July. Attendance at such events by partners like the United Kingdom is by invitation. The Government's priorities for the AU are reflected in the strategic partnership agreement between the AU and the United Kingdom signed in Addis Ababa on 21 February 2019. Through this partnership we will work together to support a shared vision for a prosperous, secure and innovative Africa, building on growing economic ties to forge new opportunities for young people and reinforce our close bonds. Further information on the partnership can be found at: <a href="http://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-to-invest-up-to-30m-through-partnership-with-african-union" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-to-invest-up-to-30m-through-partnership-with-african-union</a></p> answering member constituency West Worcestershire answering member printed Harriett Baldwin question first answered 07/03/2019 15:14:57 answering member 4107 label Biography information for Dame Harriett Baldwin
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1108701

	registered interest
	date	01/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Armed Conflict
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of the escalation of conflict in (a) al-Dhal’e and (b) Hajjah governorates in the Yemen.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239168
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/04/2019 answer text <p>We are aware of the escalation of conflict in al-Dhal’e and Hajjah. All parties must engage constructively and in good faith to overcome obstacles and find a political solution to end the conflict. A nationwide ceasefire will only have an effect on the ground if it is underpinned by a political settlement between the conflict parties.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field question first answered 04/04/2019 16:23:50 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1108702

	registered interest
	date	01/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Peace Negotiations
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential redeployment of military personnel from Hodeidah city and the ports of Hodeidah, Ras Issa and Salif, Yemen.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239169
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/04/2019 answer text <p>The Agreement between the Government of Yemen and the Houthis states clearly that a mutual redeployment of forces, which includes Houthi militia, shall be carried out from the city of Hodeidah and the ports of Hodeidah, Salif and Ras Issa to agreed upon locations outside the city and ports within a maximum of 21 days after the ceasefire entered into force in December. The Agreement also states that security of the city of Hodeidah and the ports of Hodeidah, Salif and Ras Issa shall be the responsibility of local security forces in accordance with Yemeni law. The Government of Yemen has agreed to the UN redeployment plan but, at this stage, the Houthis have not agreed to the UN plan. It is important that neither side exploits the redeployment process and critical that we all continue to support the UN Special Envoy, Martin Griffiths. There can be no return to major military operations in Hodeidah: any renewed military push would be catastrophic for Yemen, potentially pushing millions towards famine.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field question first answered 04/04/2019 16:28:07 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1108705

	registered interest
	date	01/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Armed Conflict
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of the findings of the Civilian Impact Monitoring Report 2018, published on 7 March 2019, that in 2018 (a) more civilians in Yemen where killed in their homes than any other civilian structure and (b) 53 per cent of incidents of armed violence in Yemen affected women and girls.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239170
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/04/2019 answer text <p>We are acutely aware that during armed conflict, civilians often pay a heavy price. Addressing the humanitarian crisis in Yemen is a priority for the Government. We are at the forefront of the international response in Yemen as the fifth largest donor to the humanitarian situation and as the pen-holder on the UN Security Council.</p><p>We also acknowledge that the conflict has had a disproportionate impact on women and girls. The incidence of gender based violence has risen by 70% since the start of the conflict. Women and girls bear the disproportionate brunt of obstacles caused by protracted displacement, including lack of access to services and civil documentation. An estimated 76 per cent of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and IDP returnees are women and children.</p><p>Through the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF), we support UN Women initiatives, such as the Yemeni Women Pact, to increase women's participation in and leadership of official peace processes.</p><p> </p><p> </p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field question first answered 04/04/2019 16:37:31 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1108706

	registered interest
	date	01/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Peace Negotiations
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent discussions has he had with his counterparts in (a) Yemen, (b) Saudi Arabia and (c) the United Arab Emirates on their commitment to the Stockholm agreement and the redeployment of military personnel.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239171
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/04/2019 answer text <p>We have had regular contact with our counterparts in Yemen, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates with regards to implementation of the Stockholm Agreement and the redeployment of military personnel. While the Government of Yemen has agreed to the UN redeployment plan, the Houthis have not yet agreed to the UN plan. It is important that neither side exploits the redeployment process. We urge all parties to co-operate with the Special Envoy and act in good faith to implement the agreements made in Stockholm, including the redeployment of military personnel. All parties have reaffirmed their support for the peace process.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field grouped question UIN 239172 question first answered 04/04/2019 16:30:18 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1108707

	registered interest
	date	01/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Peace Negotiations
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what steps is he taking to ensure all parties to the conflict in Yemen abide by the Stockholm agreement including the redeployment of military personnel.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239172
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/04/2019 answer text <p>We have had regular contact with our counterparts in Yemen, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates with regards to implementation of the Stockholm Agreement and the redeployment of military personnel. While the Government of Yemen has agreed to the UN redeployment plan, the Houthis have not yet agreed to the UN plan. It is important that neither side exploits the redeployment process. We urge all parties to co-operate with the Special Envoy and act in good faith to implement the agreements made in Stockholm, including the redeployment of military personnel. All parties have reaffirmed their support for the peace process.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field grouped question UIN 239171 question first answered 04/04/2019 16:30:18 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg

1109043

	registered interest
	date	02/04/2019
	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	Yemen: Airports
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent representations he has made to the Saudi-led coalition on re-opening Sana'a international airport in Yemen to commercial traffic.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, West Derby
	tabling member printed	Stephen Twigg
	uin	239841
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/04/2019 answer text <p>Improving humanitarian and commercial access in Yemen is one of the UK’s top priorities. We have consistently called on all parties to protect civilians, improve commercial and humanitarian access for essential imports of food, fuel and medical supplies; facilitate rapid and safe access to all people in need; and safeguard major access routes and key infrastructure in Yemen, including airports, sea ports and fuel distribution sites. The re-opening of Sana’a international airport was discussed by the Yemeni parties in Stockholm, but they did not reach agreement. We encourage them to continue working closely with the UN to find a solution.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field question first answered 08/04/2019 15:29:31 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
	tabling member	167 label Biography information for Stephen Twigg