Recommendations & Conclusions
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Conclusion
Sixth Report - Stolen years: combatting…
Not Addressed
Learning from previous cases needs to be central to the formulation of a coherent and flexible approach to securing the release of detainees. Given the high turnover of ministers and civil servants, we have seen insufficient evidence to indicate that any arrangements for institutional learning by the FCDO have been …
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Learning from previous cases needs to be central to the formulation of a coherent and flexible approach to securing the release of detainees. Given the high turnover of ministers and civil servants, we have seen insufficient evidence to indicate that any arrangements for institutional learning by the FCDO have been effective. This contributes to inconsistency of approach and increases the risks of missing opportunities, not least when dealing with autocratic states with greater ministerial security of tenure.
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Government response AI summary
The government did not address the conclusion on learning from previous cases. Instead, the response discussed international law and consular relations.
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Recommendation
Sixth Report - Stolen years: combatting…
Not Addressed
Starting immediately, we recommend a central repository be created for information on cases of arbitrary detention and hostage taking, both active and closed, detailing processes followed and learning gained. There should be a systematic approach applied to all cases, not simply a sample. The Minister for Consular Policy should have …
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Starting immediately, we recommend a central repository be created for information on cases of arbitrary detention and hostage taking, both active and closed, detailing processes followed and learning gained. There should be a systematic approach applied to all cases, not simply a sample. The Minister for Consular Policy should have an up- to-date knowledge of all open arbitrarily detained and ‘complex’ cases.
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Government response AI summary
The government did not address the recommendation to create a central repository for information, and instead discussed international law and consular relations.
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Recommendation
Sixth Report - Stolen years: combatting…
Not Addressed
We recommend that the FCDO demonstrates meaningful engagement and provides the Committee with an annual private report on the progress of UK nationals arbitrarily detained abroad, with follow-up briefing at the Foreign Office if required, to enable the work of Parliament and Government to better serve UK interests. (Paragraph 49) …
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We recommend that the FCDO demonstrates meaningful engagement and provides the Committee with an annual private report on the progress of UK nationals arbitrarily detained abroad, with follow-up briefing at the Foreign Office if required, to enable the work of Parliament and Government to better serve UK interests. (Paragraph 49) How the UK Government has communicated to Parliament and the public about cases
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Government response AI summary
The Government agrees the importance of continuous improvement and proactive case management and has systems and practices in place to support this, including a central database for recording and managing consular casework globally, and thorough briefings for incoming staff or Ministers. This response does not …
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Recommendation
Sixth Report - Stolen years: combatting…
Not Addressed
We recommend a plan be prepared by the FCDO for providing material support for long-term arbitrarily detained persons on their release as well as support during detention for families especially where the detainee is the primary earner. In this context the FCDO should: • Continue to resource organisations who provide …
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We recommend a plan be prepared by the FCDO for providing material support for long-term arbitrarily detained persons on their release as well as support during detention for families especially where the detainee is the primary earner. In this context the FCDO should: • Continue to resource organisations who provide psychological support beyond release and physical rehabilitation such as drug addiction support; • Develop a programme of scheduled follow-up meetings at regular intervals for, say, the first three years post-release where requested; • Improve coordination with the Home Office and other Government Departments to ensure families are well supported throughout their ordeal. (Paragraph 80) International Military Services Debt
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Government response AI summary
The government discusses the task force approach to complex consular cases, designed to ensure prompt identification of complex detentions.
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office