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Written question asked by Baroness Lister of Burtersett (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 June 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 June 2020. It was answered by Baroness Williams of Trafford (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 June 2020 on behalf of the Home Office.


Forced Migration, SGBV and Covid-19

Question

Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the report by the University of Birmingham Forced migration, SGBV and COVID-19, published in May, and what action do they intend to take as a result.

Answer

The Government acknowledges the University of Birmingham’s report “Forced migration, Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and COVID-19”. This Government is committed to protecting the most vulnerable. We will examine the recommendations in greater detail and I will write to you following our consideration.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5029
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Crimes of violence Birmingham Women Migration Universities Sexual offences Coronavirus
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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