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Written question asked by Joan Ruddock (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 February 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 23 February 2004. It was answered by Bill Rammell (Labour) on Monday, 23 February 2004 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what discussions he has had with the Iraqi Governing Council regarding Sharia law in Iraq.
Answer

Joan Ruddock: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions he has had with the Iraqi Governing Council regarding Sharia law in Iraq. [153703] Mr. Rammell: It is for the Iraqis to debate and decide the future laws suitable for their country. We will seek to use our influence, however, to ensure that Iraqi law is compatible with international human rights standards.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
418 c83-4W; 153703
Session
2003-04
Subjects
Iraq Islam Legal systems
Link
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