§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the Government of Bahrain about human rights in that country; and if he will make a statement. [25836]
§ Mr. Hanley[holding reply 23 April 1996]: Bahrain is a friend and ally. We have followed recent developments there closely and have been concerned at the recent violence. We are aware of allegations of human rights abuses, and will speak to the Bahraini Government about them.