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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Malloch-Brown (Labour) on Monday, 12 May 2008.


Israel and Palestine: World Heritage Sites

Question
asked Her Majesty's Government:What representations they have made to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation regarding Israeli actions in Bethlehem, the Temple Mount in Jerusalem and other world heritage sites.
Answer

The UK is concerned about excavation activities in the area around the Temple Mount/Haram a-Sharif. Negotiations between Israel and the relevant religious authorities are continuing under the auspices of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. The UK continues to make clear that any action in this holy site should be taken with the agreement of all concerned parties.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3341; 701 c111-2WA
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Cultural heritage Protection Israel Palestine Jerusalem UNESCO World Heritage sites
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk