§ Keith VazTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what action the UK will take to support Zimbabwean refugees in South Africa forced to return to Zimbabwe. [138750]
§ Mr. MullinThe issue of Zimbabwean refugees in South Africa is a matter for the South African authorities and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
§ Keith VazTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent action the Government has taken to ensure that Zimbabwe has(a) legitimate and (b) democratic government. [138751]
§ Mr. MullinWe continue to work with our EU, Commonwealth and other international partners to bring about a return to legitimate and democratic government in Zimbabwe, which respects the rule of law and human rights.
We have consistently condemned the Mugabe government's harassment of the opposition, independent media and civil society. We will continue to support all those working peacefully for a return to a democratically elected government.