PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS

Early day motion 2748, tabled 30 September 2019 by Jim Cunningham (Labour). Signed by 41 members.

That this House condemns the persecution of Christians and other religious groups; is extremely concerned about the rising levels of Christian persecution; is deeply concerned by reports that persecution of Christians in some parts of the world is at near genocide levels; understands that Christians are the most persecuted group, with 80 per cent of religious persecution globally against Christians; notes that genuine action to tackle the persecution of Christians is long overdue; welcomes the Government's initiatives to bring attention to the persecution of Christians; calls on the Government to show its commitment to protecting religious minorities; and further calls on the Government to use all diplomatic means available to ensure that Christians across the world can freely pursue their beliefs.

Signatures by party: Labour 19, Scottish National Party 8, Conservative 4, DUP 4, Labour/Co-operative 3, Independent 2, Plaid Cymru 1.