Proceeding contribution from Stephen Doughty (Labour) in the House of Commons on Monday, 13 April 2026. It occurred during Ministerial statement on Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill.
Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill
The right hon. Gentleman is clearly familiar with the history, so he will know the judgments in the courts of England and Wales on the matter of the right of abode. I am not going to comment on ongoing legal proceedings, save to say that we were disappointed by the position that was taken. Our understanding is that the BIOT is appealing that judgment and we have taken an interest in that matter.
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- Proceeding contribution
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- 783 c603
- Session
- 2024-26
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- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- British Indian Ocean Territory National security Mauritius Military bases Diego Garcia Sovereignty Treaties USA Chagossians
- Legislation
- Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill 2024-26
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- 2026-06-30 12:16:40 +0100
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