Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Pakistan: Forman Christian College

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to monitor developments following the takeover of Ewing Hall at Forman Christian College University; whether they will report to Parliament on any further actions taken by the Punjab authorities; and how this issue will be incorporated into the UK’s broader human rights reporting on Pakistan.

Answer: We are aware of reports relating to Ewing Hall and Forman Christian College University, and of the Lahore High Court's interim order. It would not be appropriate to comment on ongoing legal proceedings in Pakistan, but the UK remains committed to promoting freedom of religion or belief for all in Pakistan, including the rights of religious minorities and access to inclusive education. We regularly raise human rights, including freedom of religion or belief and the protection of minority communities, with the Government of Pakistan at federal and provincial level, and will continue to monitor developments.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL990
Session: 2026-27
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Human rights Pakistan Religious freedom Christianity Forman Christian College
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