Written question asked by Lord Collins of Highbury (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 June 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2020. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 June 2020 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
World Press Freedom Day
- Question
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Her Majesty's Government what plans they have to attend the World Press Freedom Conference hosted by the Netherlands and UNESCO.
- Answer
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The UK intends to participate fully in the World Press Freedom Conference in the Hague from 18 - 20 October, though we do not yet know whether COVID-19 restrictions will allow attendance in person, or whether participation will be virtual. The UK Government remains committed to marking this joint celebration of World Press Freedom Day and the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with our Dutch partners on press freedom.
Secondary information
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- Written question
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- HL5510
- Session
- 2019-21
- Subjects
- World Press Freedom Day
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- 2020-07-06 21:09:02 +0100
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