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1174473
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Israel: Palestinians more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government when they first had the opportunity to read the President of the USA's proposal Peace To Prosperity: A Vision To Improve The Lives Of The Palestinian And Israeli People, published on 28 January; and what assessment they have made of the political framework proposals contained therein. more like this
tabling member printed
The Marquess of Lothian more like this
uin HL933 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-12more like thismore than 2020-02-12
answer text <p>The US Administration shared details of their proposals with us in advance. However, this is an American plan. We were not involved in its formulation. The US are aware of our position on the Middle East Peace Process. This is clearly a serious proposal, reflecting extensive time and effort. But only Israeli and Palestinian leaders can determine whether these proposals can meet the needs and aspirations of the people they represent. We encourage them to give these plans genuine and fair consideration, and explore whether they might prove a first step on the road back to negotiations.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-12T17:40:15.79Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-12T17:40:15.79Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
259
label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian more like this
1174474
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Yemen: Armed Conflict more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the current situation in Yemen, following the briefing by the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Martin Griffiths, to an emergency session of the UN Security Council on 28 January, in which he warned that the ongoing military escalation "had to end" and that efforts to support de-escalation and confidence-building in the country were in jeopardy; and what action they are taking to support the peace process in Yemen. more like this
tabling member printed
The Marquess of Lothian more like this
uin HL934 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-10more like thismore than 2020-02-10
answer text <p>We are concerned about recent heavy clashes in the Nehm and Al-Jawf regions and fully support the UN Special Envoy’s statement of 22 January calling on the parties to adhere to their commitments and avoid further escalation. The Minister for the Middle East and North Africa issued a statement condemning the increased fighting and met with the UN Special Envoy on 27 January. The UK requested the emergency session of the UN Security Council on 28 January to discuss with international partners how to respond to this development. We are engaging with the parties to appeal for calm. We urge all sides to refrain from destabilising military activity, return to de-escalation efforts, and work with the UN Special Envoy towards a political solution.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-10T16:55:56.307Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-10T16:55:56.307Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
259
label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian more like this
1174476
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Saudi Arabia: Hacking more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the proposal by Agnes Callamard, the UN Special Rapporteur on Summary Executions and Extrajudicial Killings, and David Kaye, the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression, on 22 January for a full investigation into the government of Saudi Arabia’s alleged involvement in the hacking of Jeff Bezos’ phone, what support they are offering to facilitate any such investigation. more like this
tabling member printed
The Marquess of Lothian more like this
uin HL936 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-10more like thismore than 2020-02-10
answer text <p>Whilst any allegation of phone hacking is a concern, the alleged hacking is not a matter for the British Government.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-10T16:56:12.677Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-10T16:56:12.677Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
259
label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian more like this
1174477
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Saudi Arabia: Foreign Relations more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government whether during his meeting with the Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia on 20 January 2020, the Foreign Secretary raised (1) the alleged involvement of the government of Saudi Arabia in the hacking of Jeff Bezos’ phone; (2) the use of digital spyware and targeted surveillance more broadly; and (3) any ongoing evaluation of claims over the involvement of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. more like this
tabling member printed
The Marquess of Lothian more like this
uin HL937 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-11more like thismore than 2020-02-11
answer text <p>The Foreign Secretary raised a number of bilateral issues during his meeting with HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, including on human rights.</p><p>The verdicts in the trial of Jamal Khashoggi’s killers was released on 23 December 2019. The Foreign Secretary released a statement at the time reiterating that Mr Khashoggi’s killing was a terrible crime, and that his family deserve to see justice done. Saudi Arabia must hold all those responsible to account and ensure such an atrocity can never happen again. We have consistently set out our grave concerns - both publicly and privately - and will continue to do so.</p><p>Any allegation of phone hacking is a concern. The alleged hacking of Jeff Bezos’s phone is not a matter for the British Government.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-11T13:22:20.91Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-11T13:22:20.91Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
259
label Biography information for The Marquess of Lothian more like this
1174481
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Hong Kong: British Nationals Abroad more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government what measures they are taking to assist British citizens stranded in Hong Kong as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Pendry more like this
uin HL941 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-07more like thismore than 2020-02-07
answer text <p>The safety and security of British nationals will always be our top priority. The British Consulate-General in Hong Kong remains in close contact with British nationals in the region to ensure they have the latest information they need. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has not changed the level of its travel advice for Hong Kong in response to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak originating in Wuhan, China, though does now advise against all travel to Hubei province and against all but essential travel to the rest of mainland China (excluding Hong Kong and Macao). We have updated our travel advice for all countries and territories which have recorded a confirmed case of the coronavirus.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-07T14:39:12.177Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-07T14:39:12.177Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
457
label Biography information for Lord Pendry more like this
1174485
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Hassan Mushaima more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon on 27 January (HL347), when political prisoner Hassan Mushaima was last taken for an appointment with a medical specialist for diabetes in Bahrain. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Scriven more like this
uin HL945 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-11more like thismore than 2020-02-11
answer text <p>We do not hold that information. As I stated in my answer to PQ HL347, access to medical care for those in detention is guaranteed by the Constitution of Bahrain. We have been given categorical assurance privately and Bahrain have stated publicly that any inmate wishing to see the rehabilitation centre’s doctor is taken to the prison clinic. We welcome the public response from the Government of Bahrain in response to such claims and urge continued transparency.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-11T13:22:49.977Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-11T13:22:49.977Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
4333
label Biography information for Lord Scriven more like this
1174486
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Abduljalil al-Singace more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon on 27 January (HL348) and following the joint statement by Human Rights Watch and the Bahrain Institute for Rights and Democracy on 8 October 2019 that “Bahrain’s authorities are failing to provide adequate medical care to high-profile prisoners”, (1) how many appointments Dr Abduljalil al-Singace has been able to attend without the imposition of shackles, and (2) what action they will take to ensure that he receives the medical care he requires in line with international standards. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Scriven more like this
uin HL946 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-11more like thismore than 2020-02-11
answer text <p>As stated in my answer to PQ HL348, we continue to monitor the case of Abduljalil al-Singace and raise his case at senior levels with the Government of Bahrain. The Bahraini Government has been clear in public statements that access to medical care for those in detention is guaranteed by the Constitution of Bahrain.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-11T13:23:16.703Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-11T13:23:16.703Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
4333
label Biography information for Lord Scriven more like this
1174487
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Bahrain: Political Prisoners more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government whether, in assessing the welfare of political prisoners in Bahrain, they take into consideration the findings of independent experts, in particular (1) the 18 September 2019 report by UN Special Rapporteurs on the systematic denial of specialised medical treatment of 10 political prisoners; (2) the joint statement on 8 October 2019 by Human Rights Watch and the Bahrain Institute for Rights and Democracy, Bahrain: Prisoners Denied Medical Care; and (3) concerns raised by family members of those prisoners. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Scriven more like this
uin HL947 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-11more like thismore than 2020-02-11
answer text <p>The British Government takes note of a number of sources of information on Bahrain; including publications and statements from non-governmental organisations. We encourage those with concerns about treatment in detention to report these to the appropriate oversight body.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
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less than 2020-02-11T13:23:42.937Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-11T13:23:42.937Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
4333
label Biography information for Lord Scriven more like this
1174488
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading Hajer Mansoor Hassan more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon on 27 January (HL345), in forming their assessment of the case of Hajer Mansoor, what consideration they have given to the findings of independent experts, in particular: (1) the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention published on 7 January 2019; (2) the open letter published in The Guardian on 11 April 2019, signed by 54 signatories including prominent MPs and QCs; (3) an assessment by Amnesty International published on 22 February 2019 declaring Bahraini political prisoner Hajer Mansoor’s imprisonment to be arbitrary and in reprisal for Sayed Ahmed Alwadaei’s human rights work; and (4) other relevant findings. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Scriven more like this
uin HL948 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-11more like thismore than 2020-02-11
answer text <p>The British Government takes note of a number of sources of information on Bahrain when making our assessment; including publications and statements from non-governmental organisations. As I stated in my answer to PQ HL345, we have raised the case of Hajer Mansoor at senior levels with the Government of Bahrain. We have been given categorical assurance privately and Bahrain have stated publically that Hajer Mansoor’s charges and conviction are not related to the activities of Mr Al Wadaei and has given details on charges. We continue to monitor this case.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
question first answered
less than 2020-02-11T13:24:21.237Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-11T13:24:21.237Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
4333
label Biography information for Lord Scriven more like this
1174499
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2020-01-29more like thismore than 2020-01-29
answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office remove filter
answering dept id 16 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign and Commonwealth Office more like this
hansard heading British Indian Ocean Territory: Sovereignty more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords remove filter
question text To ask Her Majesty's Government what is their latest policy on the Chagos Islands; and what assessment they have made of the UN General Assembly's resolution 73/295 Advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice on the legal consequences of the separation of the Chagos Archipelago from Mauritius in 1965, of 22 May 2019. more like this
tabling member printed
Viscount Waverley more like this
uin HL959 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false remove filter
date of answer less than 2020-02-10more like thismore than 2020-02-10
answer text <p>We have no doubt about our sovereignty over the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), which has been under continuous British sovereignty since 1814. We have made a long-standing commitment to cede sovereignty of the territory to Mauritius when it is no longer required for defence purposes. We stand by that commitment.</p><p>We were disappointed this matter was referred to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), contrary to the principle that the Court should not consider bilateral disputes without the consent of both States concerned. The United Kingdom respects the ICJ and participated fully in the advisory proceedings in good faith. However, we do not share the ICJ's approach and have made known our views on the content of the opinion, including its insufficient regard to significant material facts and legal issues. The ICJ's opinion is advisory and not legally binding. Resolution 73/295 does not and cannot create any legal obligations for UN Member States.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
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less than 2020-02-10T13:09:35.393Zmore like thismore than 2020-02-10T13:09:35.393Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
1744
label Biography information for Viscount Waverley more like this