Speech in Westminster Hall - Thu 24 May 2018
Gaza: Humanitarian Situation
"I will not, because there is time for hon. Members to make a contribution should they so wish and should you call them, Sir Henry.
Hamas has spent Gaza’s resources arming itself and preparing for war. Indeed, it is estimated that the cement used for the 32 Hamas tunnels that …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 15 May 2018
Oral Answers to Questions
"President Erdoğan of Turkey, who is currently visiting this country, has called snap elections for 24 June. Those elections will be held under a state of emergency, severely curtailing the freedoms of expression, assembly and association, and the right to take part in public affairs. They will also introduce an …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 15 May 2018
Gaza Border Violence
"The death toll on the Gazan border was truly terrible, and the violence must stop, but Hamas must end its cynical exploitation of the peace process and the Israel defence forces must show restraint and do all they can to minimise civilian casualties. Does the right hon. Gentleman agree with …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 09 May 2018
Iran Nuclear Deal
"Many of us who do not support the President’s decision would argue that the JCPOA contains some very serious flaws, including the lack of a clear plan—what happens when the agreement ends in 2025?—the weak inspection regime, the absence of any restraint on Iran’s ballistic missile programme, and the failure …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 20 Mar 2018
Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Sri Lanka
"I congratulate the hon. Gentleman on securing this debate and on the work he is doing as chair of the all-party group. Although not much is happening and the UNHRC does not seem able to move forward, there has been appalling sectarian violence in Sri Lanka in recent weeks, which …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 20 Mar 2018
Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Sri Lanka
"I thank the hon. Gentleman for giving way again. Does he agree that the restoration of GSP-plus by the European Union seems to be giving a signal that things are moving forward when in fact nothing has moved forward? When the Minister responds, it would be useful to know exactly …..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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Written Question
Monday 5th March 2018
Asked by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
Question
to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, pursuant to the Oral Answer of the Minister of State for Europe and the Americas to the right hon. Member for Enfield North on 20 February 2018, whether any discussions have taken place between the UK Government and (a) the PYD and (b) the YPG following Turkey’s military operation in the Afrin region.
Answered by Alistair Burt
We are closely following developments in Afrin and wider north-western Syria. The UK has only occasional contact with the PYD, which we use to discuss the situation in Syria.
We are calling for de-escalation and protection of civilians. While recognising Turkey's legitimate interest in the security of its borders, it remains in our shared interest to focus on achieving a political settlement that ends the war and suffering, and provides stability for all Syrians and the wider region, and secures the enduring defeat of Daesh – in which the Syrian Democratic Forces have played a vital role.
Written Question
Monday 5th March 2018
Asked by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
Question
to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with his Turkish counterpart on the implementation of a ceasefire in the Afrin region as a result of UN Resolution 2401.
Answered by Alan Duncan
The Foreign Secretary has been in regular contact with his Turkish counterpart, Foreign Minister Çavuşoğlu, and has encouraged de-escalation in Afrin and the protection of civilians, while recognising Turkey's legitimate security interests. In line with UNSCR 2401, the UK urgently wants to see the safe, unimpeded and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid and services across the country, and medical evacuations of the critically sick and wounded, in accordance with applicable international law.
Written Question
Tuesday 27th February 2018
Asked by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
Question
to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what representations his Department has made to the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria on the inclusion of (a) the Democratic Union Party and (b) the People's Protection Units in the Geneva process; and if he will make a statement.
Answered by Alistair Burt
We fully support UN Special Envoy Staffan De Mistura and are in regular contact with him to discuss the Syrian political process. We support an inclusive political process as set out in UN Security Council Resolution 2254. It is vital that the political settlement to the Syrian conflict protects the rights of all components of Syrian society. Decisions on when and how to include any particular group in discussions are for the UN Special Envoy to take.
Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 20 Feb 2018
Oral Answers to Questions
"Do the Government agree that the Democratic Union party—the PYD—and the People’s Protection Units—the YPG—should be included in the Geneva process to end Syria’s war and discuss the country’s future?..."Joan Ryan - View Speech
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