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Written question asked by Lord Roberts of Llandudno (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 October 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Trevor Mwamba

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster on 15 September (HL2938), whether representatives of the British High Commission in Lusaka have established (1) where the Right Reverend Dr Trevor Mwamba is being held, (2) his condition and treatment, and (3) whether he has regular access to his legal representatives; and, if not, whether they will seek that information from the government of Zambia.

Answer

Our British High Commission in Lusaka engages frequently with the Zambian government and other stakeholders. We emphasise the importance of transparency and the following of due process, including in relation to the detention of Bishop Trevor Mwamba and others.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3646
Session
2026-27
Related items
Trevor Mwamba
Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Written questions
House of Lords
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Detainees Zambia Mwamba, Trevor
Link
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