HL Deb 03 July 1995 vol 565 c66WA
Lord Judd

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is their latest assessment of the economic, social, political and human rights situation in The Gambia and what action they are taking bilaterally and multilaterally to speed the restoration of democracy.

Baroness Chalker of Wallasey

We remain to be convinced of the present regime's commitment to restore civilian democratic rule. Basic human rights, such as freedom of speech, association and political activity are still not permitted. Both we and our EU and other partners continue to press for a credible timetable for a return to democracy.