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Craig and Lindsay Foreman

Asked by James MacClearyLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 17 September 2025UIN 72445

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to help secure the safe return of Craig and Lindsay Foreman from Iran.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

We are deeply concerned by Craig and Lindsay's detention in Iran. We are providing them with consular assistance and remain in close contact with their family members. We continue to raise the case directly with the Iranian authorities.

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