§ 16. Laura MoffattTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what action he has taken to help the Iranian authorities to improve their human rights record. [84336]
§ Mr. Mike O'BrienWe frequently raise human rights issues with the Iranian authorities at all levels. My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary discussed the subject with the Iranian Foreign Minister on 2 December.
We support the EU-Iran dialogue on human rights, with the aim of bringing about improvements in Iran's respect for human rights.
We support dialogue with practical bilateral assistance (£230,000 since last year) through NGOs, for the judiciary, Prison Service and growth of civil society.