§ Mr. David AtkinsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the high commissioner for Pakistan about the destruction of homes and churches in the village of Shanti Nagar, near Khanewal on 6 February; and if he will make a statement. [15602]
§ Dr. Liam FoxWe are deeply concerned about the attacks on Christians and churches in Khanewal. We have not made representations to the Pakistan high commissioner, since I intend to discuss the matter when I visit Pakistan later this month. In the meantime, I understand that the governor of Punjab has promised compensation to those affected and has ordered an enquiry. I expressed general concern about the treatment of religious minorities to the Minister of Human Rights when I called on him in October.