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Written question asked by Lord Alderdice (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 26 October 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 9 November 2022. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 November 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Vicky Bowman

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have held, if any, with the government of Myanmar concerning the imprisonment of former UK ambassador to Myanmar Vicky Bowman and her husband; and what further measures they intend to take in response.

Answer

Officials at the British Embassy in Yangon are in regular contact with Ms Bowman to check on her welfare and continue to maintain consular access. We are monitoring Ms Bowman's situation closely and will continue to support her, and her family, until the case is resolved. We will always act in the way that we judge is most appropriate in the case and in the best interests of Ms Bowman.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2903
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Prisoners Myanmar Bowman, Vicky
Link
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