§ Mr. DrewTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations his Department has made to the Government of Pakistan regarding the application of Sharia Law and its impact upon the Christian minority. [68640]
§ Mr. FatchettWe continue to ensure that the Pakistan authorities remain aware of our concerns on human rights and religious minorities. We are following closely the progress of the Shariah Bill which has yet to pass Pakistan's Senate. We are aware of the concerns expressed by minorities and human rights groups about the possible effects of the Bill.