Freedom of Thought, Conscience and Religion

Part of Business of the House – in the House of Commons at 3:39 pm on 1 May 2014.

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Photo of Rehman Chishti Rehman Chishti Conservative, Gillingham and Rainham 3:39, 1 May 2014

My hon. Friend has mentioned our international obligations. In that connection, may I draw attention to the persecution of the Baha’is in Iran? The international community is currently attempting to bring Iran into the fold in the context of the nuclear issue, but does my hon. Friend agree that we should also stress that human rights must be a key priority for the country if it is to become part of that community?