Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps the Government takes to exercise its obligations under the Convention Against Torture where British citizens are being tortured abroad.

The UK Government unreservedly condemns the use of torture. It is an abhorrent violation of human rights and human dignity. Its impact on societies and individuals is devastating. We take all allegations or concerns of torture and mistreatment of British nationals overseas very seriously and will follow up with action appropriate to the circumstances of the case. Preventing torture and tackling impunity for those who torture are essential components of safeguarding our security and are integral to a fair legal system and the rule of law. We continue to actively contribute to international efforts to prevent torture globally, working with organisations such as Association for the Prevention of Torture and Reprieve.