Written question asked by Lord Singh of Wimbledon (Crossbench) on Monday, 13 November 2017, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 November 2017. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 27 November 2017 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Jagtar Singh Johal
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the government of India concerning the arrest of UK citizen Jagtar Singh Johal; and what response, if any, they have received.
- Answer
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The British High Commission has raised this case with the Indian authorities. Following high level lobbying, consular staff visited Mr Johal on 16th November. The Rt Hon Field, the Minister for Asia and the Pacific met with Mr Johal's MP and brother on 27 November. We will continue to raise this case with the authorities to ensure we have regular and full consular access.
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- HL3145
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- 2017-19
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- Arrests British nationals abroad India Johal, Jagtar Singh
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