Written question asked by Baroness Miller of Chilthorne Domer (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 8 May 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 May 2018. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 May 2018 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Álvaro Uribe

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they have sent, or will send, observers to the criminal proceedings against former Colombian President, and current Colombian Senator, Alvaro Uribe Velez, including proceedings in the Colombian Supreme Court for alleged interference with witnesses; and whether they have offered assistance in investigations.

Answer: Through our advocacy and project work we support efforts by the Government of Colombia to strengthen the protection of vulnerable groups and individuals, including witnesses in judicial cases. On 25 April, Foreign and Commonwealth Office officials in London were briefed by a non-governmental organisation's supporting of witnesses in this case, about the threats against them and protection measures provided by the Colombian Government National Protection Unit. We currently have no plans to send observers to follow this specific case.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL7640
Session: 2017-19
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Criminal proceedings Intimidation Witnesses Colombia Uribe, Álvaro
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