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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Independent Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 18 May 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 June 2016. It was answered by Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Conservative) on Friday, 27 May 2016 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Israel: Palestinians

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the government of Israel regarding the firing of tear gas canisters at journalists in front of Ofer Prison.

Answer

We have not raised this issue with the Government of Israel. However, the UK has repeatedly made clear to Israel our longstanding concerns about the manner in which the Israeli Defence Forces police non-violent protests. We are clear that protection of the freedom of the media is an important part of respecting human rights.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL66
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Demonstrations Journalism Prisons Israel Palestine Riot control weapons
Link
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