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Written question asked by Lara Bird (Scottish National Party) on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 4 September 2026. It was answered by Stephen Doughty (Labour) on Thursday, 10 September 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Pakistan: Human Rights

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether an assessment under the Overseas Security and Justice Assistance Human Rights Guidance was completed in respect of (a) the £8 million migration cooperation package announced in June 2026 and (b) UK counter-terrorism assistance to Pakistan.

Answer

The UK applies the Overseas Security and Justice Assistance (OSJA) Human Rights Guidance to security and justice assistance overseas. Relevant UK assistance in Pakistan is delivered in accordance with the Government's established OSJA processes. OSJA assessments are reviewed regularly and updated where necessary to reflect changes in the operating context.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
26879
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Bilateral aid Human rights Migrants Pakistan Terrorism
Link
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