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Written question asked by Alex Sobel (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 17 May 2024. It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Thursday, 23 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Uganda: Election Observers

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, whether he plans to send an election observer mission to Uganda for the 2026 elections.

Answer

The Electoral Commission of Uganda issued its strategic plan in October 2022 and outlined a roadmap for the 2026 Presidential and Parliamentary elections. The UK has not taken any decision on election observation. The UK provides financial support to the African Union via the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa and to the Commonwealth Secretariat.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
26594
Session
2023-24
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Election observers Uganda
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk