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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 9 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 February 2026 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Doughty (Labour) on Monday, 2 March 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Chagos Islands

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions did the National Security Advisor, Jonathan Powell, have with then UK Ambassador to the United States, Lord Mandelson, regarding the Chagos Islands.

Answer

I refer the Hon. Member to the Government's response to the Urgent Question tabled on 12 February, the Written Ministerial Statement in the name of the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister that same day, and Oral Statement on the 23 February which set out an update on the Government's process. We will set out further details in due course. The Government wishes to ensure that Parliament's instruction is met with the urgency and transparency that it deserves.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
111941
Session
2024-26
Related items
Subjects
Mandelson, Lord USA Powell, Jonathan Chagos Islands
Link
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