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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 28 February 2012.


Political Groups: Islamist Organisations

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether the African Islamist organisation Haram is known to have representatives in, or to have operated within, the United Kingdom.
Answer

The UK Government assess that Boko Haram represents a threat primarily in Northern and Central regions of Nigeria. In relation to any presence by the organisation in the UK, I am unable to comment on intelligence matters.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15713; 735 c345WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Boko Haram
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk