Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions he has had with his Turkish counterpart on the treatment of trade unionists in that country.

We have regular discussions with Turkish counterparts, including ministers, about human rights issues, which cover freedom of association and assembly. We consistently encourage Turkey to take greater steps to improve the human rights situation in a wide range of areas. We welcome the publication of Turkey's human rights action plan on 2 March 2021 and urge Turkey to ensure its prompt and thorough implementation for the benefit of all those living in Turkey. We will continue to monitor its progress.