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Uganda: LGBT People

Debate between Lord Tomlinson and Lord Lexden
Wednesday 23rd July 2014

(10 years, 4 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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I know my noble friend understands the deep concern that exists on this matter, in both this House and the other place, and I thank her for it. What progress, if any, are the Government making in their efforts to persuade the Ugandan authorities to repeal this terrible law which infringes some of the most fundamental human rights? Will the Government reconsider urgently their decision not to impose carefully targeted sanctions on those responsible for this appalling law?