Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with his counterparts in India on access to justice for British nationals who own property in that country and have been victims of fraud.

Property or land disputes in India are private legal matters. We encourage anyone experiencing these difficulties to seek legal advice by engaging with an independent local lawyer. They are best placed to advise on their legal rights and avenues of redress.

Anyone who is a victim of fraud is advised to report the matter to the local police, as they have the jurisdiction to investigate. The FCDO has no authority to intervene or become involved in property disputes or cases of fraud.