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Written question asked by Martin Vickers (Conservative) on Thursday, 22 July 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 September 2021. It was answered by Wendy Morton (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 September 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Famagusta: Property Rights

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps British citizens of Cyprus origin can take to safeguard their properties in Famagusta.

Answer

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that the Immovable Property Commission established in the north provides an effective remedy for local property issues related to the Cyprus Problem. It is for individuals to decide whether to approach the IPC. The relevant documentation can be found on the IPC website.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
38240
Session
2021-22
Subjects
British nationality Property rights Famagusta
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk