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Written question asked by Lord Browne of Ladyton (Labour) on Thursday, 11 December 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 December 2025. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Thursday, 18 December 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Ethiopia: Internally Displaced People

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the needs of internally displaced persons in Ethiopia, and what discussions they are holding with the government of Ethiopia about the safe and voluntary return of displaced communities to their homes.

Answer

The Government monitors the environment for freedom of speech in Ethiopia, and has supported the investigative capacity of the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission.

We have also prioritised survivor-centred support for those affected by conflict-related sexual violence in Ethiopia, and we engage with civil society actors to strengthen protection and accountability. In the last financial year, we allocated £4.6 million to address Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) and deliver child protection services in Tigray, Afar, Amhara, Oromia and Somali regions.

In addition, we are supporting efforts to implement the African Union-led Cessation of Hostilities Agreement, including through funding for monitoring and compliance mechanisms, and the safe, voluntary and dignified returns of internally displaced people. On 12 December, the UK joined other nations in calling for a peaceful resolution of current disputes, and we will continue to work with international partners and the African Union to support stability and reconciliation across Ethiopia.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL12877
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Internally displaced people Ethiopia
Link
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