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1650584
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-07-05more like thismore than 2023-07-05
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading China: Religious Buildings more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that, despite protests, minarets and domes are to be removed from two mosques in Yunnan province, China; and what discussions they have had, or intend to have, with the government of China concerning threats to the freedom of all religions. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL9075 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-20more like thismore than 2023-07-20
answer text <p>The environment for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) across China is restrictive, including the persecution of Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, and Falun Gong practitioners. We are aware of reports of religious sites being altered or destroyed, against the wishes of worshippers.</p><p>We work within international organisations and networks to promote and protect freedom of religion or belief for all where it is threatened, including the UN, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, the Council of Europe, and the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance.</p><p>For example, in October 2022 we raised China's severe restrictions on religious practice in a joint statement at the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) alongside 49 other countries. At last month's UN HRC we made a statement urging China to reverse its ongoing, serious, and systematic human rights violations in Xinjiang and Tibet.</p><p>More generally, we regularly raise the human rights situation in China directly with the Chinese authorities at the highest levels. The Foreign Secretary did so in a meeting with the Chinese Vice President in May 2023.</p>
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
grouped question UIN HL9076 more like this
question first answered
less than 2023-07-20T15:59:12.157Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-20T15:59:12.157Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1650585
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-07-05more like thismore than 2023-07-05
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading China: Religious Buildings more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the compatibility with human rights of the reported "sinicization" of mosques and churches in China. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL9076 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-20more like thismore than 2023-07-20
answer text <p>The environment for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) across China is restrictive, including the persecution of Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, and Falun Gong practitioners. We are aware of reports of religious sites being altered or destroyed, against the wishes of worshippers.</p><p>We work within international organisations and networks to promote and protect freedom of religion or belief for all where it is threatened, including the UN, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, the Council of Europe, and the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance.</p><p>For example, in October 2022 we raised China's severe restrictions on religious practice in a joint statement at the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) alongside 49 other countries. At last month's UN HRC we made a statement urging China to reverse its ongoing, serious, and systematic human rights violations in Xinjiang and Tibet.</p><p>More generally, we regularly raise the human rights situation in China directly with the Chinese authorities at the highest levels. The Foreign Secretary did so in a meeting with the Chinese Vice President in May 2023.</p>
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
grouped question UIN HL9075 more like this
question first answered
less than 2023-07-20T15:59:12.22Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-20T15:59:12.22Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1649416
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-30more like thismore than 2023-06-30
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Turkey: River Euphrates more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what representations they are making to the government of Turkey about their alleged violation of the 1987 agreement concerning water flow on the river Euphrates, leading to acute shortages of water for drinking and irrigation in the provinces of (1) Hasakah, (2) Raqqa, (3) Deir ez Zor, and (4) Aleppo, and consequent risks of (a) cholera, (b) hepatitis, and (c) typhoid fever. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8958 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-13more like thismore than 2023-07-13
answer text <p>The UK is monitoring water supply issues in north east Syria, which are limiting 5 million people's access to water. We have raised the humanitarian issue of water availability with all parties in the region, including Turkey, and we are working with our partners to prioritise our funds for the most acute needs.</p><p>The UK also continues to monitor health across Syria closely, and responded specifically to the Cholera outbreak with a £2 million contribution to UNICEF's response announced in November 2022 to help prevent the spread of cholera, including in north east Syria.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
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less than 2023-07-13T15:19:08.097Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-13T15:19:08.097Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1649417
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-30more like thismore than 2023-06-30
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Turkey: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what representations, if any, they are making to the government of Turkey concerning reports that drone strikes used by that country have caused (1) deaths, and (2) injuries, in north and east Syria. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8959 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-13more like thismore than 2023-07-13
answer text <p>We regularly engage the Turkish Government on regional stability, including in Syria. Most recently, I [Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon] represented the UK's position to Turkish counterparts in Istanbul on 9 June. The UK is closely monitoring the situation in northern Syria. We recognise Turkey's legitimate security interests in the region but encourage restraint from activity that could lead to further destabilisation or civilian loss of life. Security and stability in the region are necessary to prevent worsening of the already serious humanitarian situation in northern Syria and enable the Global Coalition and its partners to continue the fight against Daesh.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
question first answered
less than 2023-07-13T15:17:36.207Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-13T15:17:36.207Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647774
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Russia and Ukraine: Prisoners more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government whether they intend to call for the immediate release by Russia and Ukraine of all medical personnel being held captive. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8759 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>The UK consistently calls for Russia to comply fully with International Humanitarian Law, and the need to respect and protect medical personnel in all circumstances. Humanitarian organisations must be given full, safe and unhindered access to populations in need of assistance. No one should be punished for or prevented from providing essential medical treatment. In our public communications and statements we draw attention to Russia's actions in Ukraine, including arbitrary detentions of civilians. In March, the UK led a joint statement on behalf of 40 countries, which called on Russia to release everyone detained in contravention of international law.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
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less than 2023-07-10T15:18:43.367Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:18:43.367Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647775
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Russia and Ukraine: Prisoners more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government whether they intend to assist with the detailed recording of all cases of torture or inhumane treatment of prisoners by both Russia and Ukraine. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8760 more like this
answer
answer
is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>There is mounting evidence of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine. We remain committed to ensuring that all parties are held to account for their actions. Investigators from the International Criminal Court and the Office of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine are investigating all allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The UK is supporting both independent investigations, financially and through capacity building programmes. The UK, the US and the EU established the Atrocity Crimes Advisory Group to provide practical and financial support to the War Crimes Unit of the Office of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
question first answered
less than 2023-07-10T15:19:40.67Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:19:40.67Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647777
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Andrew Tate more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to ensure that independent persons observe the forthcoming trial in Andrew Tate, a British-American dual national, his brother, and others, who are accused of serious offences in Bucharest. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8761 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office officials do not routinely attend court hearings overseas nor can they instruct independent persons to do so.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
question first answered
less than 2023-07-10T15:20:47.57Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:20:47.57Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647855
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Vladimir Kara-Murza more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what they consider may be effective means for securing the release of British citizen Mr Vladimir Kara-Murza, currently serving a 25-year prison sentence in Russia, following two previous attempts to poison him, whether by bi-lateral or multi-lateral action. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8762 more like this
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is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>Vladimir Kara-Murza's conviction stands contrary to Russia's international obligations on human rights and we call for his release. We continue to raise Mr Kara-Murza's case with the Russian authorities in London and Moscow at all appropriate opportunities, including summoning the Russian Ambassador to the FCDO on the day of sentencing. In April, we sanctioned five individuals related to Mr Kara-Murza's detention and treatment. We have also raised Mr Kara-Murza's case in multilateral fora, most recently in sessions of the UN Human Rights Council. We continue to review all available options to raise Mr Kara-Murza's case to hold Russia accountable.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
question first answered
less than 2023-07-10T15:16:29.043Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:16:29.043Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647856
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Rwanda: Armed Conflict more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they will take, if any, following official US and EU reports that the government of Rwanda is arming and supporting the M23 militia, who are accused of mass killings and rapes. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8763 more like this
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answer
is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>The UK Government has a long-standing commitment to supporting prosperity, development, and stability in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We continue to monitor the security situation in eastern DRC closely and are deeply concerned by the grave humanitarian consequences. We are one of a few partners who have a permanent presence in Goma, despite the security challenges, and will continue to operate in the east to work with the Government and humanitarian partners. We regularly raise the conflict in eastern DRC with DRC, Rwanda and the region, where we urge all parties to deliver on their commitments, agreed through the Nairobi and Luanda processes, including the withdrawal by armed groups including M23. The UK firmly believes the regional Nairobi and Luanda diplomatic peace processes provide the best means by which to achieve a lasting peace in eastern DRC and offer them our full support. We will continue to work with members of the international community to bring an end to the violence.</p>
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
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less than 2023-07-10T15:44:09.18Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:44:09.18Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter
1647858
registered interest false more like this
date less than 2023-06-26more like thismore than 2023-06-26
answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept id 208 more like this
answering dept short name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
answering dept sort name Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office more like this
hansard heading Ukraine: Prisoners more like this
house id 2 more like this
legislature
25277
pref label House of Lords more like this
question text To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will press for immediate access to all Ukrainian prisoners, whether military or civilian, and whether or not they have been sentenced, for the international Committee of the Red Cross. more like this
tabling member printed
Lord Hylton more like this
uin HL8764 more like this
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answer
is ministerial correction false more like this
date of answer less than 2023-07-10more like thismore than 2023-07-10
answer text <p>The UK routinely calls for full compliance with International Humanitarian Law, including granting humanitarian access to prisoners of war and civilian detainees. As set out in the Third Geneva Convention, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has the mandate to go wherever prisoners of war and civilian detainees are held and monitor their conditions of detention, their treatment, and share news with their families. ICRC has an ongoing confidential dialogue with Russia and Ukraine on this matter.</p> more like this
answering member printed Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon remove filter
question first answered
less than 2023-07-10T15:20:01.613Zmore like thismore than 2023-07-10T15:20:01.613Z
answering member
4210
label Biography information for Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon more like this
tabling member
2018
label Biography information for Lord Hylton remove filter