KASHMIR

Early day motion 149, tabled 19 November 2002 by Roger Godsiff (Labour). Signed by 37 members.

That this House recognises that the question of self-determination for the people of Kashmir remains unresolved more than 50 years after the creation of India and Pakistan as independent states; expresses concern at the continued reports of human rights violations in the Indian-controlled Kashmir; supports any initiatives taken by the Government's of India and Pakistan to bring a peaceful solution to one of the world's longest running dispute; commends both the United States and United Kingdom Governments for their efforts to develop a constructive dialogue; and reaffirms its belief that Her Majesty's Government should continue vigorously to support the right of the Kashmiri people to determine their own future.

Signatures by party: Labour 30, Scottish National Party 3, Conservative 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Liberal Democrat 1, Plaid Cymru 1.