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Diplomatic Service: Human Rights

Asked by Calum MillerLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 3 February 2025UIN 27304

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will take steps to introduce a right to consular assistance in cases of human rights violations.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The Government is committed to strengthening consular services, including introducing a right to consular assistance in cases of human rights violations. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development is considering a package of measures to achieve this, which we will announce in due course.

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