HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF NATIONS

Early day motion 933, tabled 13 January 2014 by Adrian Sanders (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 19 members.

That this House notes the demonstrations during the Commonwealth summit in Sri Lanka in November 2013; further notes the UK's work on the UN Human Rights Council; regrets the Indian Supreme Court's criminalisation of homosexuality; and urges the Government to ensure that the Commonwealth continues to play a major role in promoting, encouraging and protecting international human rights.

Signatures by party: Labour 7, Liberal Democrat 6, Independent 2, Alliance 1, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.