Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 75014
Palestinians: Recognition of States
Tabled: 4 September 2025
Answered: 3 October 2025
Question
Rachael Maskell
Labour (Co-op) — York Central
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to secure a deal with the Palestinian Authorities which recognises a future Palestine without the presence of Hamas or other terrorist organisations.
Answer
Mr Hamish FalconerI refer the Hon Member to the announcements made by the Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary on 21 September, further details of which can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-formally-recognises-palestinian-state.