Written question asked by Lord Maginnis of Drumglass (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Malloch-Brown (Labour) on Monday, 1 October 2007.

Cyprus: Human Rights

Question: asked Her Majesty's Government:Further to the Written Answer by Lord Malloch- Brown on 11 July (WA 221), what assessment they have made of (a) the infringement of the human rights of Turkish Cypriots during the period 1963 to 1974; (b) how such infringement, if any, was manifested; and (c) the impact of EOKA-B on Turkish Cypriots during that period; and how these assessments have informed their policy of non-recognition of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Answer: The Government deeply regret the suffering endured by both communities as a result of inter-communal violence during the period 1963 to 1974. The issues that continue to divide the two parties will be fully resolved only through a comprehensive and durable solution. We will continue to provide all possible support to the efforts of the two communities and the United Nations to rebuild trust and end the division of the island.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 4966; 694 c128-9WA
Session: 2006-07
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Notes: Answer received between Friday 27 July and Monday 30 July 2007.
Subjects: Cyprus Human rights Recognition of states Violence Northern Cyprus
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