§ Mr. Hilary BennTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assessment he has made of the security and safety situation in those areas of Kosovo to which refugees are returning from the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement. [122729]
§ Mr. VazSince the withdrawal of FRY forces from Kosovo, the security situation for Kosovo Albanians has dramatically improved. UNHCR have indicated that there are now no protection concerns for the great majority of Kosovo Albanians. Over 930,000 refugees have now returned. Some refugees in the UK have made 'explore and prepare' visits funded by HMG. Their final decision on where to settle is however a matter for them.