Mahsa Amini Debate
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Karin Smyth
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(1 year, 7 months ago)
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Gillian Keegan
I will reply to the right hon. Lady in writing on what legal and safe routes are available.
Karin Smyth (Bristol South) (Lab)
As has been said, it is the UN International Day of the Girl Child, so I think that highlighting the myriad challenges that girls face should have been at the front and centre of the Minister’s response. Those women in Iran are an inspiration to girls across the world. Beyond commenting on sanctions, the Minister has not said much about how the Government are supporting wider civil society. I would be grateful if she could consider what further efforts the UK Government could make to support those incredibly brave girls and women in Iran.
Gillian Keegan
I totally agree with the hon. Lady. There is, of course, much activity and we will continue to work to do all we can and to celebrate the UN International Day of the Girl Child, as I know many of us have done today.