Zimbabwe (Hansard, 14 May 2002)

§ 18. Dr. Murrison
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on Zimbabwe. [54385]

§ Mr. MacShane
What has happened in Zimbabwe is a tragedy, imposed by Robert Mugabe. The only way back is through respect for the rule of law, and a return to democratic principles and sensible economic policies.
Our policy towards Zimbabwe, in the aftermath of the election, is to work with Zimbabwe's friends in Africa and internationally to promote democracy, good governance, respect for human rights and the rule of law.

§ 25. Bob Russell
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he last had discussions with the Zimbabwean authorities about the security of British passport holders living in Zimbabwe. [54393]

§ Mr. Bradshaw
The security situation of British Passport holders in Zimbabwe is directly related to the general deterioration of law and order in that country and which affects all Zimbabweans. The Secretary of State has not discussed the matter with the Zimbabwean authorities. However our High Commission has made representations on behalf of British nationals and continues to provide all consular assistance it properly can to individual British Citizens when requested.
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§ 27. Barbara Follett
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on his policy towards Zimbabwe. [54395]

§ Mr. MacShane
Our policy towards Zimbabwe, in the aftermath of the presidential election, is to work with Zimbabwe's friends in Africa and internationally to promote democracy, good governance, respect for human rights and the rule of law.

§ 34. Mr. Bellingham
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he next expects to visit Zimbabwe to discuss bilateral relations. [54403]

§ Mr. MacShane
My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary has no plans to visit Zimbabwe.