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Debate between Jim Sheridan and Hugh Robertson
Tuesday 29th October 2013

(11 years, 11 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Hugh Robertson Portrait Hugh Robertson
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I thank the hon. Lady for raising that point. I am absolutely aware of that concern, which is a key concern of the UN special rapporteur. As I said in answer to the previous question, our country lobbied extremely hard to ensure that the mandate was extended for a further year and will do so again in the future precisely so that these concerns can be addressed.

Jim Sheridan Portrait Jim Sheridan (Paisley and Renfrewshire North) (Lab)
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13. What recent discussions he has had with the Colombian Government regarding human rights and peace talks in that country.