Violence in Pakistan

Early day motion 1593, tabled 11 September 2023 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 4 members.

That this House is concerned that at least five churches were burned in Pakistan’s Punjab province on 16 August 2023 following allegations of blasphemy made against two members of the Christian community; is alarmed that at least 91 homes were destroyed during the violence; notes reports that hundreds of additional homes were looted; acknowledges that Pakistan’s Government has committed to protect the religious minorities and pay compensation to the victims; is greatly troubled over recent attacks on Ahmadi mosques and Hindu temples; and urges action to be taken so that the perpetrators of the recent attacks are held accountable.

Signatures by party: DUP 3, Labour/Co-operative 1.