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Written question asked by Shivani Raja (Conservative) on Friday, 9 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 May 2025. It was answered by Hamish Falconer (Labour) on Thursday, 15 May 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Kashmir: Terrorism

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he has taken to ensure that consular support is available to British tourists travelling in Pahalgam following the attack near Pahalgam on 22 April 2025.

Answer

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has processed over 2000 consular enquiries since the escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan. We continue to monitor developments closely and British nationals should stay up to date with our travel advice and follow the advice of local authorities. British nationals affected can contact the FCDO for emergency help both in country and from the UK, 24/7. Travel Advice advises against all travel to the region of Jammu and Kashmir, including Pahalgam.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
51171
Session
2024-26
Subjects
British nationals abroad Diplomatic service Kashmir Terrorism Tourists
Link
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