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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 14 January 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 January 2019. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 28 January 2019 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Palestinians: Travel Restrictions

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the government of Israel regarding the closure of a checkpoint south of Jenin, following reports that the closure prevented students from attending school exams.

Answer

While we have not raised this particular case, we remain deeply concerned about restrictions on freedom of movement within the West Bank. Through our Embassy in Tel Aviv we have lobbied the Israeli authorities on the issue of movement and access.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL12815
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Assessments Pupils Schools Travel restrictions Israel Palestine West Bank
Link
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