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British Nationals Abroad: Detainees

Asked by Greg SmithConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 28 April 2026UIN 128804

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what her Department’s policy is on the acceptable duration of pre-trial detention for citizens of the United Kingdom who are detained overseas.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

Where a British national raises fair trial concerns, including undue delay, we formulate our response on a case-by-case basis. Where a British detainee gives their consent for us to do so, we will raise fair trial or other concerns with the local authorities where appropriate.

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