Written question asked by Neil Coyle (Labour) on Tuesday, 19 September 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 17 October 2023 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 17 October 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Sierra Leone: Elections

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with political parties in Sierra Leone on resolving the disputed presidential election.

Answer: The UK has engaged stakeholders including the government, opposition, election bodies and the international community, in the run up, during and after the elections. We have given consistent messaging on good governance, the rule of law and the importance of an inclusive democracy that works for all. The Foreign Secretary raised these issues during his visit to Sierra Leone in March and in a telephone call with President Bio on 7 August. It remains vital that Sierra Leone's political leaders engage with efforts to support the democratic process. We remain committed to supporting the aspirations of the Sierra Leonean people.

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