That this House is alarmed about the human rights situation Bangladesh; is particularly appalled that a large number of students have been killed or brutally injured whilst protesting against the Government’s quota system; notes Bangladesh Supreme Court’s latest ruling on the quota system but remains concerned for the safety of the students and civilians in Bangladesh participating in protests; believes that the violence towards them, unlawful killings, the shutting down of the internet and mobile services, and other forms of repression are unacceptable and are in conflict with Bangladesh’s human rights obligations; is concerned about the potential long-term consequences for civilians; and reaffirms that the right to protest, freedom of assembly and freedom of expression are inalienable and fundamental to any functioning democracy.
Signatories (30)
- Apsana Begum Sponsor
- Ellie Chowns
- Sammy Wilson
- Carla Denyer
- Jeremy Corbyn
- Mary Kelly Foy
- Jim Shannon
- Rosie Duffield
- Nadia Whittome
- Ben Lake
- Liz Saville Roberts
- Bell Ribeiro-Addy
- Ann Davies
- Llinos Medi
- Shockat Adam
- Ian Lavery
- Iqbal Mohamed
- Kim Johnson
- Abtisam Mohamed
- Ms Diane Abbott
- Clive Lewis
- Ian Byrne
- Andy McDonald
- John McDonnell
- Grahame Morris
- Mary Glindon
- Siân Berry
- Mr Adnan Hussain
- Dr Rupa Huq
- Rachael Maskell