Written question asked by Lord Weir of Ballyholme (Democratic Unionist Party) 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.

Libya: Religious Freedom

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the government of Libya about recent attacks on Christian communities, including kidnapping and murder, and what steps they are taking to ensure religious freedom is promoted in that country.

Answer: I am deeply concerned about the scale of violations of Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) globally, including in Libya. The recent sentencing of individuals for exercising their right to freedom of thought is particularly troubling. No one should live in fear because of their beliefs. The UK urges Libyan authorities to uphold due process and fair trial standards for all. We continue to support the UN-facilitated process for an inclusive political settlement and engage Libyan authorities and international partners to promote human rights. We also raise FoRB concerns through the UN, G7, and Article 18 Alliance.

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