Written question asked by Lord Oates (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 15 September 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 September 2025. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Friday, 26 September 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Job Sikhala
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of whether Zimbabwe state agents were involved in the bomb attack on the home of the opposition politician Job Sikhala.
- Answer
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The UK is concerned about the alleged use of explosives to target the home of Zimbabwean opposition politician Job Sikhala on 30 August and is closely monitoring the ongoing police investigation. UK officials have spoken to Mr Sikhala following the incident. The UK is committed to maintaining a constructive dialogue with Zimbabwe; UK ministers and officials regularly engage with the Zimbabwean authorities on a wide range of issues, including the security situation.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL10524
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Bombings Politicians Zimbabwe Sikhala, Job
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- 2025-09-26 14:30:33 +0100
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