Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 May 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 May 2021. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 May 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Palestinians: Elections
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have had made (1) to representatives of the government of Palestine, and (2) to President Abbas, regarding the decree on 29 April postponing the 22 May legislative elections and the 31 July presidential elections.
- Answer
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We are disappointed that elections in the Occupied Palestinian Territories have been postponed. The Palestinian people should be allowed to enjoy their democratic rights - and Israel must allow voting for Palestinians in East Jerusalem, in line with the Oslo Accords. Elections are long overdue and we urge the swift setting of a new date.
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL220
- Session
- 2021-22
- Subjects
- Elections Palestine
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- 2022-06-15 20:21:18 +0100
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