Written question asked by Neil Coyle (Labour) on Monday, 27 November 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Thursday, 30 November 2023 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Sierra Leone: Democracy

Question: To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, what recent assessment he has made of the stability of democracy in Sierra Leone; and whether his Department is taking diplomatic steps to help (a) stabilise democracy and (b) ensure legitimate institutions are restored in that country.

Answer: The UK has strongly condemned the unjustifiable violence which took place on Sunday 26 November. We have welcomed President Bio's call for unity and commitment to hold those responsible to account and the statements from all political parties calling out the violence. We continue to follow the situation closely and are engaged with Government, political parties and other stakeholders. The UK remains committed to supporting a democratic, peaceful and prosperous Sierra Leone and the aspirations of its people.

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