Chris’s Parliamentary Activity

Economic Crime: Conferences

29 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

This Government is committed to tackling illicit finance and corruption at home and internationally. We are determined to ensure the Summit delivers tangible action. Holding the Summit in 2027...

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Guyana: Venezuela

29 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK supports Guyana's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We consider the boundary between Guyana and Venezuela to have been settled by the 1899 Arbitral Award and support the ongoing...

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Joshua Wong

28 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The further charges brought against Joshua Wong have reinforced concerns about the increasingly broad application of national security legislation to stifle opposition and dissent in Hong Kong....

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BBC World Service: Finance

27 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

This Government highly values the BBC World Service and the important contribution it makes to the UK's soft power. We have increased our contribution to World Service funding by 42...

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Press Freedom

27 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK is committed to raising violations of media freedom across the world. We believe those abusing or restricting media freedom must be held to account. The Media Freedom Coalition (MFC)...

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Ottawa Convention

27 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK regrets the decisions by some States to withdraw from the Treaty. We nonetheless recognise the security concerns raised by allies who have decided to withdraw as a result of Russia's...

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Grandview Institution

27 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government does not routinely comment on the status or affiliations of individual foreign institutions. UK officials engage with a wide range of international research institutes and policy...

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China General Technology Research Institute: Academic Technology Approval Scheme

26 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

We have no current plans to reform the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) in connection with this issue. We keep the scheme constantly under review to ensure it remains relevant and...

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BBC World Service: Finance

26 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The Department is working closely with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), as sponsor department for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), on the BBC Charter...

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Foreign Relations: Assassination and Political Prisoners

26 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK is clear that any attempt by a foreign state to intimidate, abduct or harm individuals is unacceptable. The Government condemns extra-judicial assassinations and abductions and works with...

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Cuba: Trade Agreements

26 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government continues to keep the UK-Cuba Political Dialogue and Cooperation Agreement, including the question of ratification, under review and is considering next steps in light of the wider...

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South America: Diplomatic Relations

22 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK Government recognises the growing importance of South America to the UK's long-term diplomatic, economic and strategic interests. The region offers significant opportunities for UK growth...

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Colobmia: Peace Negotiations

22 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK remains a leading international advocate of Colombia's 2016 Peace Agreement. As penholder on Colombia at the UN Security Council, we continue to support the work of the UN Verification...

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Cuba: Humanitarian Situation

22 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK remains concerned about the serious humanitarian situation in Cuba, particularly shortages of fuel, food and essential medicines. Fuel shortages are disrupting essential services and...

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Security: International Cooperation

22 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government promotes human rights, democratic values and the rule of law through its strategic security partnerships. Through these partnerships the UK strengthens oversight, promotes...

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Chinese Embassy

22 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The Metropolitan Police are actively investigating this matter. As the investigation remains ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further or speculate on the outcome. However, the...

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China and USA: Arms Trade

21 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

President Xi Jinping's visit to the US and discussions with President Trump are a matter for the US and China. It would not be for the UK to comment on US-China engagement. The US is, and will...

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United Nations: Older People

20 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The responsibility for the issues affecting older people does not fall to any single Government department, and a number of departments have an interest in this work. We are consulting with...

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Bangladesh: Hinduism

20 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

The UK condemns all acts of violence targeting religious or ethnic minorities in Bangladesh. We continue to raise the importance of protecting minority communities with the Government of...

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UK Soft Power Council: Conflict of Interests

20 Oct 2026

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chris Elmore received a response to a question they put to the government

All members of the Soft Power Council were appointed following the standard process for Direct Ministerial Appointments, which includes clear guidance on conflicts of interests and completion of...

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