Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office written question – answered at on 27 November 2024.
Adam Jogee
Labour, Newcastle-under-Lyme
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Government plans to appoint a Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief.
Anneliese Dodds
Minister of State (Minister for Women and Equalities) , Minister of State (Development)
The Government will champion freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) for all abroad. No one should live in fear because of what they do or do not believe in. As the Deputy prime minister said in Parliament on 20 November, envoy roles are under Ministerial consideration and will be decided upon in due course. We continue to use the strength of our global diplomatic network, including dedicated staff within the FCDO, to promote and protect FoRB around the world.
Yes4 people think so
No2 people think not
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