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Theresa Villiers Excerpts
Tuesday 8th November 2022

(1 year, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrew Mitchell Portrait Mr Mitchell
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I thank the hon. Lady for her kind remarks, her question and her concern. That matter was raised specifically by the Prime Minister at Cabinet this morning. He spoke to the Egyptian authorities and I have no doubt that the arguments that she put were strenuously emphasised by the Prime Minister in those discussions.

Theresa Villiers Portrait Theresa Villiers (Chipping Barnet) (Con)
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Iran has one of the worst human rights records in the world, and I am sure that is one reason for the extensive protests. Will the Government ensure that if the joint comprehensive plan of action is revived or replaced, it will place strong obligations on Iran to repair its appalling and shocking human rights record?

Andrew Mitchell Portrait Mr Mitchell
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My right hon. Friend raises a most important subject. What is going on in Iran is of immense concern to the Government. I will ensure that her comments are carefully recorded for the Foreign Secretary.