Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 89506
Jerusalem: Evictions
Tabled: 11 November 2025
Answered: 18 November 2025
Named DayQuestion
Helen Hayes
Labour — Dulwich and West Norwood
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what representations she has made to her Israeli counterpart on (a) forced evictions of Palestinian families and (b) home demolitions in Silwan.
Answer
Mr Hamish FalconerThe UK is concerned by reports of evictions of Palestinian families and home demolitions in East Jerusalem, including Silwan. In all but the most exceptional cases, demolitions by an occupying power are contrary to international law.