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Turkey: Christianity

Asked by Gregory StaffordConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 25 November 2025UIN 91812

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with her Turkish counterpart on the expulsion of Christian foreign workers under national security legislation.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

Freedom of religion or belief is a priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and a fundamental right that we regularly discuss with our Turkish counterparts. We will continue to urge respect for religious freedoms, which are essential to the long-term health of Turkish democracy.

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