MPs debate the situation in Yemen
15 December 2016
On Thursday 12 January 2017 MPs debated and approved a motion on Yemen.
Watch the debate and read the transcript
The House of Commons Library also produced a number of briefing papers which include more information on the topic.
- Read Debate pack: Yemen
- Read Library briefing paper: Yemen at war
- Read Library briefing paper: The legal and regulatory framework for UK arms exports
The Motion debated and approved
"That this House notes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen and the impact of the conflict on civilians; condemns any breach of International Humanitarian Law; and calls for an urgent independent investigation into reports of breaches of International Humanitarian Law on both sides of the conflict."
Backbench Business Committee
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This debate was originally determined by the Backbench Business Committee following a application from Stephen Twigg and Chris White.
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