Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Monday, 29 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. It was answered by Hamish Falconer (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Palestine: Christianity

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the oral answer of 18 June 2026 on support for Christians in Palestine, what representations she has made to the Government of Israel on the protection of Palestinian Christians, including clergy, religious workers and places of worship, and on accountability for harassment, vandalism and attacks affecting Christian communities and Christian property.

Answer: The UK is committed to championing freedom of religion or belief for all, and we are concerned by reports of harassment, vandalism and attacks affecting Christian communities. It is vital that the places of worship used by each religious community are treated with respect and dignity, and that all communities, including Palestinian Christians, are able to practise their faith or belief free from intimidation or violence. Our Consulate General in Jerusalem will continue to engage with church leaders and the Christian community in Palestine, to listen to their concerns.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 13812
Session: 2026-27
Related items: Support for Christians in Palestine
Thursday, 18 June 2026
Oral answers to questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Clergy Churches Israel Palestine Religious freedom Christianity
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk