MPs debate Kashmir

The debate was led by Mr David Nuttall along with Nusrat Ghani, Robert Flello and Fiona Mactaggart.

The Motion debated and approved

"That this House notes the escalation in violence and breaches of international human rights on the Indian side of the Line of Control in Kashmir; calls on the Government to raise the matter at the United Nations; and further calls on the Government to encourage Pakistan and India to commence peace negotiations to establish a long term solution on the future governance of Kashmir based on the right of the Kashmiri people to determine their own future in accordance with the provisions of UN Security Council resolutions."

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The House of Commons Library also produced a briefing paper which includes more information on the topic.

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Backbench Business Committee

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This debate was determined by the Backbench Business Committee following a application from David Nuttall.

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