HC Deb 16 May 1995 vol 260 c112W
Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the Brazilian President on his recent visit to the United Kingdom, regarding human rights abuses and in particular the case of Wagnor dos Santos. [24487]

Mr. David Davis

The Brazilian Government are well aware of the concern felt in Britain about human rights abuses. We are in regular touch with them.

Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will seek assurances that the safety of Wagnor dos Santos will be safeguarded by the Brazilian authorities and that the shooting of him will be investigated with a view to bringing those responsible to justice. [24488]

Mr. David Davis

We understand that the case of Wagnor dos Santos is under investigation by the Brazilian authorities. Our embassy is monitoring developments.

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