Human Rights on the Indian Subcontinent Debate
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Gavin Shuker
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Human Rights on the Indian Subcontinent
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Steve Baker
I do agree with my hon. Friend. When I come on to my later remarks, I think he will share my view that this issue is part of the legacy of the British empire and its withdrawal from the world.
Gavin Shuker (Luton South) (Lab/Co-op)
Does the hon. Gentleman agree that the importance of this debate is that it will give a voice not only to parliamentarians, but to the people of the countries that are affected, such as those in the disputed region of Kashmir?
Steve Baker
Not for the first time, I agree with the hon. Gentleman. That is absolutely our reason for being here: to give a voice to those people.