At-risk Academics: UK Support

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 4:00 pm on 12 September 2023.

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Photo of Jeremy Corbyn Jeremy Corbyn Independent, Islington North 4:00, 12 September 2023

The right hon. Gentleman and I are well aware of the situation of Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu in Azerbaijan. He is a distinguished academic, proud of academic independence and the objectivity of his work and studies. He will not be intimidated by anybody regarding what he writes or how he writes it. He is in a difficult situation at the moment, and I would be grateful if the Minister could assure us that the British Government will do all they can to ensure that he gets the medical support and attention he needs, as well as to ensure his right to pursue his profession and live in peace.