PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief (10 October 2024)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will take steps to establish a Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion and Belief on a statutory footing.
Asked by:
Esther McVey (Conservative)
Asked by:
Esther McVey (Conservative)
Answer
The Government will champion freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) for all abroad. No one should live in fear because of what they do or do not believe in. Envoy roles will be decided upon in due course. There are currently no plans to legislate on Envoy roles during this parliamentary session. We continue to use the strength of our global diplomatic network, including dedicated staff within the FCDO, to promote and protect FoRB around the world.
Answered by:
Anneliese Dodds (Labour)
18 October 2024
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