Algeria — Statement

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 4:41 pm on 21 January 2013.

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Photo of Lord Wright of Richmond Lord Wright of Richmond Crossbench 4:41, 21 January 2013

My Lords, I should perhaps declare an interest as a former non-executive director of BP. I would also like to echo the condolences that have been expressed to the families of all the victims. Does the noble Lord accept that one essential element in confronting Islamic extremism, not only in north Africa but elsewhere, is the unresolved problem of the Middle East peace process? I suggest that we and our partners should make a positive and active attempt to revive the moribund peace process and to work towards-at last-a just and permanent peace settlement for the Palestinians.