We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Colleagues, let me first begin by expressing the United Kingdom’s deep concern at the intensification of the Taliban’s repression. We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan, including the ban preventing Afghan women from accessing UN spaces. Millions are being systematically excluded from society. As we heard from […]
Tree disease restrictions lifted across seven counties
Trade restrictions on conifer trees have been lifted across seven English counties today (Wednesday 4 March) after a review that concluded the tree disease Phytophthora pluvialis no longer meets the criteria for quarantine pest status. Demarcated areas in Cornwall and Devon, Cumbria, Herefordshire, Surrey, Gloucestershire and Shropshire have been revoked with immediate effect, enabling the unrestricted movement […]
Dangerous extremists face “supermax” style restrictions behind bars
‘Supermax’ style restrictions for the most dangerous prisoners Reforms to protect decisions from litigation and limit payouts to terrorists Overhaul of separation centres to tackle terror threat behind bars Updating Parliament today (3 February), the Deputy Prime Minister set out a major overhaul of separation centres to better tackle the unique threat terror offenders pose. […]
We call on Iran to urgently lift its restrictions and fully cooperate with the IAEA: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Today, I will focus first on the need for Iran to provide access to the International Atomic Energy Agency. Then, on our continued commitment to a diplomatic solution. And, third, on the need for all member states to comply fully with Security Council resolutions. First, as has been reported today, Iran has restricted access for […]