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HANSARDInterpol: Red NoticesThe hon. Member will have heard the point I just made: it is a matter of long-standing policy and practice that we do not confirm Interpol notices in public.21 Apr 2026HANSARDInterpol: Red NoticesThe UK is a strong advocate for Interpol, recognising its critical function in supporting international law enforcement co-operation. We also support its ongoing reform programme…21 Apr 2026HANSARDIran: Human RightsI thank my hon. Friend for his commitment to these issues. I described our work on an Iran human rights resolution at the UN Human Rights Council, and on 12 January the Foreign…21 Apr 2026HANSARDIran: Human RightsWe have long been clear that the human rights situation in Iran is totally abhorrent. As I speak, the regime continues its repression, whether through executions, including of…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI know of my hon. Friend’s commitment to these issues and of the concern in Burnley. I raised exactly those concerns about the west bank with counterparts from the United…21 Apr 2026HANSARDIran: Human RightsAs I understand it, the United Nations appointment to which the right hon. Lady refers was a decision of the Asia-Pacific committee—it was not a decision in which His Majesty’s…21 Apr 2026HANSARDIran: Human RightsI have been in regular contact with the family of the Foremans. This is a terrible case, and it is absolutely obvious that they are innocent tourists—that is clear to all…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI was discussing precisely these issues yesterday. Hamas must disarm; there must be a process by which their weapons are decommissioned. There are ongoing discussions on those…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe have continued to raise the importance of all the necessary aid getting into Gaza. It is welcome that over the last week the amount of aid that has gone in has increased, but…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs the hon. Member may know, I have repeatedly summoned the Iranian ambassador on concerns about what goes on in the UK. Some elements of the alleged attacks in the UK are still…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI thank my hon. Friend for raising that important point. As I said earlier, it remains uppermost in our minds, and we discussed it with our partners yesterday. He will have heard…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI want to reassure this House that the Government have not taken our eye off events in Lebanon or indeed in Israel and Palestine. That is why I was in Beirut last week with the…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsI think the hon. Member refers to the legislation passed in the Israeli Knesset. We oppose the death penalty everywhere. On 29 March, we joined many of our friends across the…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsOn a point of order, Mr Speaker. I wish to correct the answer I gave the shadow Foreign Secretary, the right hon. Member for Witham (Priti Patel), in relation to the Iranian…21 Apr 2026HANSARDTopical QuestionsFreedom of religious belief continues to be an important issue that the Foreign Office pursues with vigour. I am glad that we are joined in the Chamber by our envoy on that…21 Apr 2026HANSARD Commonwealth Day 2026I would be delighted to do so. Growth is clearly a central mission for the Government, and the Commonwealth truly can play a valuable role in delivering it. The Commonwealth has a…11 Mar 2026HANSARD Commonwealth Day 2026I am grateful to my hon. Friend the Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme (Adam Jogee) for securing the debate. All in this House recognise his tireless work in support of the…11 Mar 2026HANSARD Consular AssistanceI, of course, join my hon. Friend in paying tribute to RAF Marham. I also have to mention RAF Waddington, a vital airbase in my constituency, which is providing a considerable…05 Mar 2026HANSARD Consular AssistanceWe are working directly with the airlines. I am sure my hon. Friend is putting these points to my officials, and we will follow up.05 Mar 2026HANSARD Consular AssistanceI remind the House that there are 300,000 British nationals in the region. As the House will be aware, I have been in many crises that have affected British nationals overseas;…05 Mar 2026