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Written question asked by Lord Oates (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 12 April 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 April 2021. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 26 April 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Palestinians: Elections

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what (1) technical, and (2) financial, support they are providing to the Palestinian Central Elections Commission to help ensure free and fair elections are able to take place in the Occupied Palestinian territories.

Answer

The UK does not financially support the Palestinian Central Elections Commission. However, UK officials at the British Consulate General in Jerusalem will continue to work closely with the parties involved, including the Central Elections Commission and the UN.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL14802
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Elections Palestine Occupied territories
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk