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Gregory Campbell Excerpts
Wednesday 28th October 2015

(8 years, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Desmond Swayne Portrait Mr Swayne
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I cannot confirm the figures. If people are not registered they are difficult to count, but the hon. Gentleman is right, and it is essential that we continue to work with the UNHCR and the Norwegian Refugee Council, which has particular expertise in securing rights for refugees, and that we continue to lobby the host Government.

Gregory Campbell Portrait Mr Gregory Campbell (East Londonderry) (DUP)
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Given the complexity of the situation that the Minister has mentioned, how meticulous and precise are the processes to ensure that those children who are most at risk are prioritised when trying to deliver a more acceptable outcome?

Desmond Swayne Portrait Mr Swayne
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I have visited registration centres in Lebanon, and I assure the hon. Gentleman about the extraordinary efforts that are being made by a remarkable staff. Undoubtedly, the situation has become challenging since May, although it has improved recently. We are on the case.