China and EU Countries: Extradition
(asked on 28th March 2022) - View Source
Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:
To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of extradition treaties between EU Member States and the People’s Republic of China on freedom of movement for UK citizens in Europe; and what discussions they have had with European counterparts on this matter.
Answered by
Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
The UK has suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong indefinitely. Until there are clear and robust safeguards that can prevent extradition from the UK under the new national security legislation, the treaty will not be reactivated.
Extradition treaties between EU Members States and China are a matter for those countries to determine. Freedom of movement between the UK and the EU ended on 31 December 2020.
FCDO Travel Advice pages remain under constant review to ensure they hold the most up-to-date information and advice on the most relevant issues for British nationals. We will continue to ensure our Travel Advice reflects the current situation and any assessment of risk for British nationals.