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British Nationals Abroad: Torture

Asked by Alicia KearnsConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 21 October 2025UIN 78676

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many new allegations of (a) torture and (b) mistreatment were received by her Department in relation to British nationals in 2024.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

In 2024, there were 186 new allegations of mistreatment or torture made to consular officers by or on behalf of British nationals detained overseas.

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