Written question asked by Lara Bird (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Doughty (Labour) on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Israeli Settlements: British Nationals Abroad
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the UK Government will take legal action against British citizens living in Occupied Palestine in illegal settlements who commit acts of terrorism and settler violence.
- Answer
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The UK has consistently condemned violence by extremist settlers in the West Bank and remains clear that those responsible should be held accountable. It is important that British nationals are aware of the UK's position on settlements and the rules that will be brought in under new measures announced by the Foreign Secretary on 8 September.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 28275
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Crimes of violence British nationals abroad Israeli settlements
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- 2026-09-16 18:06:08 +0100
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