PARLIAMENTARY EARLY DAY MOTION
Persecution in Pakistan (13 November 2023)

Motion Details

That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing attacks, discrimination and persecution faced by Hindus and Sikhs in Pakistan; recognises that these communities are integral members of the Pakistani society and have made significant contributions to its culture, history, and economy; notes with concern the rising incidents of forced conversions, kidnappings, property confiscations and violence against Hindus, Sikhs, Ahmadis and Christians, which infringe on their fundamental rights to freedom of religion, belief and security; condemns any form of religious intolerance and violence; urges the Government of Pakistan to uphold its international obligations to protect the rights of all religious minorities within its borders; calls on the Government of Pakistan to intensify efforts to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of its religious minority communities; calls on the UK Government to engage with the counterparts in Pakistan on these issues to strengthen human rights monitoring in the region.

Sponsored by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party)

EDMS Sponsor By Party

Party
Votes
%
 
Democratic Unionist Party
4
33%
 
 
Independent
3
25%
 
 
Labour
2
17%
 
 
Scottish National Party
2
17%
 
 
Conservative
1
8%
 
Sponsor List (12 sponsors)
Party
Member
Constituency
Con
Bob Blackman
Harrow East
Lab
Jon Cruddas
SNP
Martyn Day
Ind
Sir Jeffrey M Donaldson
Ind
Jonathan Edwards
SNP
Patrick Grady
DUP
Carla Lockhart
Upper Bann
Lab
Rachael Maskell
York Central
Ind
John McDonnell
Hayes and Harlington
DUP
Gavin Robinson
Belfast East
DUP
Jim Shannon (Sponsor)
Strangford
DUP
Sammy Wilson
East Antrim

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