Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Sheryll Murray and Louie French

Tuesday 12th March 2024 Commons Chamber

[Mrs Sheryll Murray (South East Cornwall) (Con)]

8. What steps he is taking to uphold the Falkland Islanders’ right of self-determination.

[Mr Louie French (Old Bexley and Sidcup) (Con)]

10. What steps he is taking to uphold the Falkland Islanders’ right of self-determination.

[The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs (David Rutley)]

The UK Government will always protect and promote the Falkland Islanders’ right of self-determination. Only they can decide their future. We want a good relationship with Argentina, but have been very clear that we will never negotiate away the islanders’ democratic rights. My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary reassured the islanders about our enduring commitment during his welcome visit to the Falkland Islands last month.