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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will publish a response to Early Day Motion 1064, 20th anniversary of shooting of Tom Hurndall, tabled on 17 April 2023.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will publish a response to Early Day Motion 1064, 20th anniversary of shooting of Tom Hurndall, tabled on 17 April 2023.
Asked by
Patrick Grady
(Scottish National Party)
Answered by
David Rutley
(Conservative)
Answering body
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
24 April 2023
For answer on
26 April 2023
Answered on
3 May 2023
The UK strongly believes that journalists and international aid workers should be able to conduct their work without obstructions. We recognise the Government of Israel's need to deploy security forces in order to defend itself but encourage Israel to deploy these in a way which minimises tension and to use appropriate force. In instances where there have been accusations of excessive use of force, we have advocated swift, transparent investigations.
The UK's position on settlements is clear. They are illegal under international law, present an obstacle to peace, and threaten the physical viability of a two-state solution. We want to see a contiguous West Bank, including East Jerusalem, as part of a viable and sovereign Palestinian state, based on 1967 lines. We urge Israel to halt its settlement expansion.
The UK is a strong supporter of the International Criminal Court and we respect the independence of the Court. We do not consider that the ICC has jurisdiction in this instance as the UK does not currently recognise Palestinian statehood.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
3 May 2023
Reference
182327
House
House of Commons
That this House notes that April 2023 marks twenty years since 22 year old British photojournalist, Tom Hurndall, was shot in the head by an Israeli army sniper as he tried to rescue Palestinian children from the line of gunfire in Gaza; further notes that he died in January 2004 after being in a coma for nine months and that his killer was released after serving just six years in prison; notes that the lenient sentence and the cursory nature of the military investigation which preceded were examples of a culture of impunity in the State of Israel’s use of illegal extra-judicial killings; notes that this culture of impunity remains evident in the actions of illegal settlers and the Israeli army in the Occupied Territories today; and urges the Government to uphold the principle of accountability for war crimes committed in Israel and Palestine no less diligently than it does in relation to those committed elsewhere by reversing its opposition to the International Criminal Court’s investigation into those crimes.
That this House notes that April 2023 marks twenty years since 22 year old British photojournalist, Tom Hurndall, was shot in the head by an Israeli army sniper as he tried to rescue Palestinian children from the line of gunfire in Gaza; further notes that he died in January 2004...
Primary sponsor
Andy McDonald
(Labour)
Type
Early day motions
Subjects
Anniversaries; Homicide; Israel; Palestine; Hurndall, Tom
Date
17 April 2023
Reference
1064
House
House of Commons
May I associate myself with the tribute that my right hon. Friend has paid to those who have lost their lives in Afghanistan?
Is my right hon. Friend aware that today marks the sixth anniversary of the death of Tom Hurndall, the British photographer who was shot by an Israeli sniper while trying to rescue children from danger in Gaza? Will he join me in paying tribute to the Hurndall family for their tireless efforts in cutting through so many smokescreens put forward by the Israeli military authorities, to get to the truth about Tom's death and uphold the principles of accountability? Will he agree that as an international community we have no less responsibility to uphold the principle of accountability for the 352 Palestinian children, whose names we will never know, who died last year—
May I associate myself with the tribute that my right hon. Friend has paid to those who have lost their lives in Afghanistan?
Is my right hon. Friend aware that today marks the sixth anniversary of the death of Tom Hurndall, the British photographer who was shot by an Israeli sniper while trying to rescue children from danger in Gaza? Will he join me in paying tribute to the Hurndall family for their tireless efforts in cutting through so many smokescreens put forward by the Israeli military authorities, to get to the truth about Tom's death and uphold the principles of accountability? Will he agree that as an international community we have no less responsibility to uphold the principle of accountability for the 352 Palestinian children, whose names we will never know, who died last year—
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Prime Minister's questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
13 January 2010
The situation in Gaza is serious. As I said last week, the only way forward and the only solution is a peace settlement between an Israel that needs security within its borders and a Palestine that needs to be a viable economic state. I have repeatedly urged the Israeli Government to improve access for humanitarian aid and workers. In addition to what I said last week, I should say that we have already spent more than £20 million on meeting urgent aid needs in Gaza. The Secretary of State for International Development announced a total package of £53 million for Palestine on 28 December, and that was with a particular focus on Gaza. We will meet the humanitarian needs of the Gaza people where we can. Access is important, but everybody knows that it is a political settlement that we need in that area.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
13 January 2010
Reference
503 c680
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assistance he is giving to the Hurndall family in their representations to the Israeli Government of the case of the killing of Tom Hurndall and the subsequent conviction of an Israeli soldier.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assistance he is giving to the Hurndall family in their representations to the Israeli Government of the case of the killing of Tom Hurndall and the subsequent conviction of an Israeli soldier.
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answered by
Kim Howells
(Labour)
Answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
3 December 2007
For answer on
5 December 2007
Answered on
10 December 2007
I understand that the Hurndall family is pursuing a private compensation claim through the Israeli courts. It would not be appropriate for the Government to intervene in a case currently before the courts, but officials continue to encourage the Israeli government to reach a settlement with the family.I wrote to the Hurndall family on 4 July 2007, to reaffirm our continued interest in a resolution to this case. Officials stand ready to provide any further advice and consular assistance on this matter.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
10 December 2007
Reference
171869; 469 c163-4W
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when (a) Ministers and (b) officials from her Department last met the family of Tom Hurndall; and what actions she has taken in the last four months in response to the family’s requests.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when (a) Ministers and (b) officials from her Department last met the family of Tom Hurndall; and what actions she has taken in the last four months in response to the family’s requests.
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answered by
Kim Howells
(Labour)
Answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
12 October 2006
For answer on
16 October 2006
Answered on
20 October 2006
My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary last met the family of Tom Hurndall on 6 July. The Foreign Secretary and the family agreed to wait for an Israeli response to my noble and learned Friend the Attorney-General’s requests for information in May before considering possible next steps.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
20 October 2006
Reference
450 c1522W;450 c1528W; 94855
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assistance her Department is providing to the family of Tom Hurndall in persuading the Israeli authorities to negotiate over the outstanding claim.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assistance her Department is providing to the family of Tom Hurndall in persuading the Israeli authorities to negotiate over the outstanding claim.
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answered by
Kim Howells
(Labour)
Answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
12 October 2006
For answer on
16 October 2006
Answered on
20 October 2006
I understand that the Hurndall family is pursuing a private compensation claim. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office cannot get involved in negotiations for compensation, but has raised the case of Tom Hurndall with the Israeli Government on many occasions.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
20 October 2006
Reference
94804; 450 c1520-1W;450 c1526-7W
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when she last raised the case of the killing of Tom Hurndall with the Israeli authorities; and if she will make a statement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when she last raised the case of the killing of Tom Hurndall with the Israeli authorities; and if she will make a statement.
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answered by
Kim Howells
(Labour)
Answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
12 October 2006
For answer on
16 October 2006
Answered on
20 October 2006
My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary last raised the case of Tom Hurndall with the Israeli Foreign Minister on 12 June. The Attorney-General has also been in contact with the Israeli Attorney-General about the case.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom
Date
20 October 2006
Reference
450 c1521-2W;450 c1527-8W; 94853
House
House of Commons
My Lords, I have met both families and their lawyers. I have had detailed discussions with the Israeli authorities, who have been very co-operative, for which I am grateful. Further information is being provided to me from Israel, including evidence gathered in the Israeli investigations. I shall needto consider that carefully before reaching any conclusions. At the same time, the Israeli Attorney-General is reviewing the cases in the light of the concerns I raised with him.
My Lords, I have met both families and their lawyers. I have had detailed discussions with the Israeli authorities, who have been very co-operative, for which I am grateful. Further information is being provided to me from Israel, including evidence gathered in the Israeli investigations. I shall needto consider that carefully before reaching any conclusions. At the same time, the Israeli Attorney-General is reviewing the cases in the light of the concerns I raised with him.
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Asked by
Baroness Northover
(Liberal Democrat)
Type
Oral answers to questions
Whether the Attorney-General has responded to the St Pancras coroner’s request to consider whether cases might be brought in the United Kingdom regarding the deaths of Tom Hurndall and James Miller.
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I am grateful for what the noble Baroness said. How long it will take to reach a conclusion will depend on how long it takes to receive the information and to digest it. For example, the Israeli authorities are making special application to the Israeli military court in the Hurndall case to release to me information that would normally be kept closed and not be available to the families. Of course, it is difficult to reinvestigate something after this length of time, which is why it is important for me to consider as closely as I can the material that was gathered by the Israeli authorities at the time. I will keep the House informed of where I get to.
My Lords, I am grateful for what the noble Baroness said. How long it will take to reach a conclusion will depend on how long it takes to receive the information and to digest it. For example, the Israeli authorities are making special application to the Israeli military court in the Hurndall case to release to me information that would normally be kept closed and not be available to the families. Of course, it is difficult to reinvestigate something after this length of time, which is why it is important for me to consider as closely as I can the material that was gathered by the Israeli authorities at the time. I will keep the House informed of where I get to.
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Asked by
Baroness Northover
(Liberal Democrat)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, I thank the noble and learned Lord for that reply, and I thank him on behalf of the families, who are here today, for his assistance, which they very much appreciate. The coroner asked him to require the Israeli authorities to hold proper investigations and for him to consider taking proceedings in the UK. Given the history of the cases, in particular the fact that the suspected killer of James Miller is not only still in the IDF but has been promoted in it, how confident is he that successful investigations can take place there? If he is receiving all the assistance that he needs from the Israeli authorities, which it seems is better than the coroner did, what is his timetable for deciding whether proceedings might be taken in the United Kingdom?
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I thank the noble and learned Lord for that reply, and I thank him on behalf of the families, who are here today, for his assistance, which they very much appreciate. The coroner asked him to require the Israeli authorities to hold proper investigations and for him to consider taking proceedings in the UK. Given the history of the cases, in particular the fact that the suspected killer of James Miller is not only still in the IDF but has been promoted in it, how confident is he that successful investigations can take place there? If he is receiving all the assistance that he needs from the Israeli authorities, which it seems is better than the coroner did, what is his timetable for deciding whether proceedings might be taken in the United Kingdom?
My Lords, I thank the noble and learned Lord for that reply, and I thank him on behalf of the families, who are here today, for his assistance, which they very much appreciate. The coroner asked him to require the Israeli authorities to hold proper investigations and for him to consider taking proceedings in the UK. Given the history of the cases, in particular the fact that the suspected killer of James Miller is not only still in the IDF but has been promoted in it, how confident is he that successful investigations can take place there? If he is receiving all the assistance that he needs from the Israeli authorities, which it seems is better than the coroner did, what is his timetable for deciding whether proceedings might be taken in the United Kingdom?
Asked by
Baroness Northover
(Liberal Democrat)
Oral questions - 1st Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
19 July 2006
My Lords, I am grateful for what the noble Baroness said. How long it will take to reach a conclusion will depend on how long it takes to receive the information and to digest it. For example, the Israeli authorities are making special application to the Israeli military court in the Hurndall case to release to me information that would normally be kept closed and not be available to the families. Of course, it is difficult to reinvestigate something after this length of time, which is why it is important for me to consider as closely as I can the material that was gathered by the Israeli authorities at the time. I will keep the House informed of where I get to.
Subjects
Criminal investigation; Army; Coroners; Homicide; Prosecutions; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I absolutely acknowledge why the noble Lord puts the question to me in the way that he does. I must reserve judgment until I have been able to examine, with assistance, all the material available. The Israeli authorities have been co-operative. As he will know, I have very great sympathy for the families of both men. I will continue to consider my responsibilities, and I am committed to carrying those out completely.
My Lords, I absolutely acknowledge why the noble Lord puts the question to me in the way that he does. I must reserve judgment until I have been able to examine, with assistance, all the material available. The Israeli authorities have been co-operative. As he will know, I have very great sympathy for the families of both men. I will continue to consider my responsibilities, and I am committed to carrying those out completely.
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Waddington
(Conservative)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, I preface my remarks by telling the House that James Miller was the brother of my son’s wife. I am very grateful to the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General for all that he has said, but is it not now plain that it is very unlikely that there will be any prosecution in Israel of those involved in the death of James Miller and equally unlikely that there will be a new inquiry to makeup for the deficiencies of the military police investigation? In those circumstances and in the light of the verdict in the coroner’s court, does he agree that a prosecution in England seems at present the only way in which any justice will be done for James Miller’s family?
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280-1
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I do not entirely agree with the noble Lord. The coroner’s jury did not in fact hear all the evidence—that is part of the criticism of what took place—because it did not have available the information and evidence that had been gathered in Israel. The coroner was concerned that, as he saw it, he had not received co-operation. I hope that that will be remedied in the case of what I am looking at. We are not at the stage where it would be right to look for warrants. It is important to continue the investigation; that is what I am determined to do to reach a proper conclusion. Certainly, in theory, there are offences that would be extraditable.
My Lords, I do not entirely agree with the noble Lord. The coroner’s jury did not in fact hear all the evidence—that is part of the criticism of what took place—because it did not have available the information and evidence that had been gathered in Israel. The coroner was concerned that, as he saw it, he had not received co-operation. I hope that that will be remedied in the case of what I am looking at. We are not at the stage where it would be right to look for warrants. It is important to continue the investigation; that is what I am determined to do to reach a proper conclusion. Certainly, in theory, there are offences that would be extraditable.
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Thomas of Gresford
(Liberal Democrat)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, the coroner, Dr Reid, recommended a prosecution under Section 1(1) of the Geneva Conventions Act 1957, following the verdicts of the British jury of unlawful killing in respect of both men. Will the noble and learned Lord confirm that that is an extraditable offence, with extraterritorial jurisdiction that the courts of this country have full power to deal with? Does he agree that the verdicts of the British juries, who heard all the evidence at that stage, are a firm foundation to issue a warrant already in this country regardless of any further investigations in Israel and for a request to be made by the Home Office for extradition to this country?
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1281
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I raised the question of the rules of engagement pertaining to these cases. To give me further information about that, a request is being made to the Israeli military court to release information to me that would normally not be available outside that court.
My Lords, I raised the question of the rules of engagement pertaining to these cases. To give me further information about that, a request is being made to the Israeli military court to release information to me that would normally not be available outside that court.
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Garden
(Liberal Democrat)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General has taken a close interest in military rules of engagement with respect to British forces on operations. When he was in Israel, didhe have an opportunity to discuss the rules of engagement that were pertinent to these cases, and if so does he feel that there may be a case to be looked at in terms of the higher command of the Israeli Defence Force?
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1281
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General has taken a close interest in military rules of engagement with respect to British forces on operations. When he was in Israel, didhe have an opportunity to discuss the rules of engagement that were pertinent to these cases, and if so does he feel that there may be a case to be looked at in terms of the higher command of the Israeli Defence Force?
My Lords, the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General has taken a close interest in military rules of engagement with respect to British forces on operations. When he was in Israel, didhe have an opportunity to discuss the rules of engagement that were pertinent to these cases, and if so does he feel that there may be a case to be looked at in terms of the higher command of the Israeli Defence Force?
Asked by
Lord Garden
(Liberal Democrat)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
19 July 2006
My Lords, I raised the question of the rules of engagement pertaining to these cases. To give me further information about that, a request is being made to the Israeli military court to release information to me that would normally not be available outside that court.
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1281
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, the coroner, Dr Reid, recommended a prosecution under Section 1(1) of the Geneva Conventions Act 1957, following the verdicts of the British jury of unlawful killing in respect of both men. Will the noble and learned Lord confirm that that is an extraditable offence, with extraterritorial jurisdiction that the courts of this country have full power to deal with? Does he agree that the verdicts of the British juries, who heard all the evidence at that stage, are a firm foundation to issue a warrant already in this country regardless of any further investigations in Israel and for a request to be made by the Home Office for extradition to this country?
My Lords, the coroner, Dr Reid, recommended a prosecution under Section 1(1) of the Geneva Conventions Act 1957, following the verdicts of the British jury of unlawful killing in respect of both men. Will the noble and learned Lord confirm that that is an extraditable offence, with extraterritorial jurisdiction that the courts of this country have full power to deal with? Does he agree that the verdicts of the British juries, who heard all the evidence at that stage, are a firm foundation to issue a warrant already in this country regardless of any further investigations in Israel and for a request to be made by the Home Office for extradition to this country?
Asked by
Lord Thomas of Gresford
(Liberal Democrat)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
19 July 2006
My Lords, I do not entirely agree with the noble Lord. The coroner’s jury did not in fact hear all the evidence—that is part of the criticism of what took place—because it did not have available the information and evidence that had been gathered in Israel. The coroner was concerned that, as he saw it, he had not received co-operation. I hope that that will be remedied in the case of what I am looking at. We are not at the stage where it would be right to look for warrants. It is important to continue the investigation; that is what I am determined to do to reach a proper conclusion. Certainly, in theory, there are offences that would be extraditable.
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1281
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I preface my remarks by telling the House that James Miller was the brother of my son’s wife. I am very grateful to the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General for all that he has said, but is it not now plain that it is very unlikely that there will be any prosecution in Israel of those involved in the death of James Miller and equally unlikely that there will be a new inquiry to makeup for the deficiencies of the military police investigation? In those circumstances and in the light of the verdict in the coroner’s court, does he agree that a prosecution in England seems at present the only way in which any justice will be done for James Miller’s family?
My Lords, I preface my remarks by telling the House that James Miller was the brother of my son’s wife. I am very grateful to the noble and learned Lord the Attorney-General for all that he has said, but is it not now plain that it is very unlikely that there will be any prosecution in Israel of those involved in the death of James Miller and equally unlikely that there will be a new inquiry to makeup for the deficiencies of the military police investigation? In those circumstances and in the light of the verdict in the coroner’s court, does he agree that a prosecution in England seems at present the only way in which any justice will be done for James Miller’s family?
Asked by
Lord Waddington
(Conservative)
Oral questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
19 July 2006
My Lords, I absolutely acknowledge why the noble Lord puts the question to me in the way that he does. I must reserve judgment until I have been able to examine, with assistance, all the material available. The Israeli authorities have been co-operative. As he will know, I have very great sympathy for the families of both men. I will continue to consider my responsibilities, and I am committed to carrying those out completely.
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280-1
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
Whether the Attorney-General has responded to the St Pancras coroner’s request to consider whether cases might be brought in the United Kingdom regarding the deaths of Tom Hurndall and James Miller.
Whether the Attorney-General has responded to the St Pancras coroner’s request to consider whether cases might be brought in the United Kingdom regarding the deaths of Tom Hurndall and James Miller.
Asked by
Baroness Northover
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Oral questions - Lead
Status
Answered
For answer on
19 July 2006
Answered on
19 July 2006
My Lords, I have met both families and their lawyers. I have had detailed discussions with the Israeli authorities, who have been very co-operative, for which I am grateful. Further information is being provided to me from Israel, including evidence gathered in the Israeli investigations. I shall needto consider that carefully before reaching any conclusions. At the same time, the Israeli Attorney-General is reviewing the cases in the light of the concerns I raised with him.
Subjects
Army; Coroners; Homicide; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
19 July 2006
Reference
684 c1280
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
What actions will now be taken by the Office of the Attorney General following the Attorney-General's recent meetings with the Israeli Attorney General and other Israeli Ministers and officials in regard to the Tom Hurndall and James Miller cases.
What actions will now be taken by the Office of the Attorney General following the Attorney-General's recent meetings with the Israeli Attorney General and other Israeli Ministers and officials in regard to the Tom Hurndall and James Miller cases.
Asked by
Baroness Northover
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord Goldsmith
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
5 July 2006
Following the recent inquests into the tragic deaths of James Miller and Thomas Hurndall in Gaza, the coroner wrote to me asking that I consider possible prosecutions in the United Kingdom. Since receiving that request, I met both the families on 5 May to discuss the cases. I also took advantage of a long-standing arrangement to visit Israel in the week commencing 21 May to have a meeting with the Attorney General and the Military Advocate General and the military prosecutors involved in these two cases. I also raised these cases in meetings with the Israeli Foreign Minister and the Minister of Justice and separately held meetings with Israeli lawyers, including the lawyers for the families. The principal purpose was to obtain further information about the cases and the investigations that were undertaken by the Israeli authorities to inform my decision, but I also raised the issue of holding an independent inquiry into the deaths and subsequent investigation and pressed for appropriate compensation to be paid, particularly to Mrs Miller, without delay.
The Israeli authorities are now actively considering disciplinary action against a soldier for lying in the course of the field investigation that took place following the death of James Miller. I also understand that the Israeli authorities are keen to make contact with the Miller family to discuss compensation.
My office has passed information about my visit to the Crown Prosecution Service and the Metropolitan Police and has also updated the English solicitors acting for the Miller and Hurndall families.
As a result of my visit I expect to obtain further information shortly that will assist me in carrying out my independent role in considering prosecutions in the United Kingdom. I will inform the House once I have reached a concluded view.
Subjects
Army; Homicide; Prosecutions; Israel; Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
5 July 2006
Reference
684 c51WA; 6252
House
House of Lords
To ask the Prime Minister whether he raised the cases of Tom Hurndall and James Miller with Prime Minister Olmert during his recent visit to the UK; and if he will make a statement.
To ask the Prime Minister whether he raised the cases of Tom Hurndall and James Miller with Prime Minister Olmert during his recent visit to the UK; and if he will make a statement.
Asked by
Richard Burden
(Labour)
Answered by
Tony Blair
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
28 June 2006
For answer on
3 July 2006
Answered on
3 July 2006
I raised the cases of James Miller and Tom Hurndall with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert during his recent visit to London. The British embassy in Tel Aviv and consular officials in London continue to follow both cases closely and to offer the families of both men consular assistance.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
3 July 2006
Reference
82162; 448 c733W
House
House of Commons
To ask the Solicitor-General if he will seek to gain access to evidence regarding the cases of James Miller and Tom Hurndall from the Israeli authorities; and if he will make a statement.
To ask the Solicitor-General if he will seek to gain access to evidence regarding the cases of James Miller and Tom Hurndall from the Israeli authorities; and if he will make a statement.
Asked by
Nick Harvey
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Mike O'Brien
(Labour)
Answering body
Solicitor General
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
3 May 2006
For answer on
8 May 2006
Answered on
10 May 2006
On 5 May 2006 the Attorney-General met the families of James Miller and Thomas Hurndall together with their lawyers. The Attorney-General is considering the issues raised by both families.
Subjects
Hurndall, Tom; Miller, James
Date
10 May 2006
Reference
446 c274W; 68804
House
House of Commons