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Written question asked by Lord Lester of Herne Hill (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 October 2003. It was answered by Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean (Labour) on Thursday, 16 October 2003.


Symons of Vernham Dean, Baroness

Question
What diplomatic protection they have given to United Kingdom nationals whose farms and other properties in Zimbabwe have been unlawfully seized, occupied or damaged in breach of the domestic laws of Zimbabwe; and What assistance they have given to the United Kingdom nationals whose farms and other properties in Zimbabwe have been unlawfully seized, occupied or damaged in breach of the domestic laws of Zimbabwe to enable them to seek legal remedies, whether in the courts of Zimbabwe or internationally. [HL 4664].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 4664; 653 c132-3WA
Session
2002-03
Subjects
British nationality Diplomatic service Land Farms Evictions Farmers Protection Overseas residence Tenure Zimbabwe Legal remedies