Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 62500

Torture

Tabled: 24 June 2025

Answered: 7 July 2025

Question

Dr Ellie Chowns

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will take steps to mark UN International Day in Support of Victims of Torture; and what steps he plans to take at the UN General Assembly 2025 to press for internationa

Answer

Stephen Doughty

The UK Government remains committed to preventing torture and tackling impunity for those who torture others. It is essential for safeguarding our security and integral to a fair legal system and the rule of law.At the UN General Assembly, we will continu...

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