PALESTINIAN REFUGEES IN LEBANON

Early day motion 1147, tabled 10 March 2014 by Mark Durkan (Social Democratic and Labour Party). Signed by 34 members.

That this House recognises the current political situation in Lebanon and the need to affirm legitimate governance in a time of crisis; acknowledges the impact of Syrian refugees on Lebanon and the political concerns this is raising for the stability in the country; expresses deep concern over the discrimination against Palestinian refugees in Lebanon due to their status and the resulting lack of access to legal mechanisms; calls on the Lebanese authorities to ensure the safety and security of all Palestinian refugees within Lebanon; and further calls on the Government to assure Lebanon of the necessary support in assisting the refugees present in Lebanon, ensuring the provision of food, medical supplies and basic rights.

Signatures by party: Labour 22, Liberal Democrat 5, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, Conservative 1, DUP 1, Green 1, Independent 1.