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Written question asked by Martyn Day (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 2 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 May 2024. It was answered by David Rutley (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


USA: Demonstrations

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, whether he has had discussions with his US counterpart on the (a) handling of pro-Palestine protests on university campuses and (b) potential impact of disbanding those protests on (i) free speech and (ii) the right to assembly in that country.

Answer

The handling of protests in the US is a matter for US authorities. The Deputy Foreign Secretary has not had any discussions with his US counterpart on the handling of pro-Palestine protests on university campuses or the potential impact of disbanding these protests.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24680
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Demonstrations Armed conflict Freedom of expression Students USA Israel Palestine
Link
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