Written questions

Armed Conflict: Health Services

Lords · Question HL1286 · Tabled 24 Jun 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 6 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Roberts of Llandudno

To ask His Majesty's Government what contributions they are making to international discussions on the future clarification, development and strengthening of international humanitarian law relating to medical care in armed conflict.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 6 Jul 2026

The Government has read and noted the findings of the Chatham House report, and we remain firmly committed to upholding and promoting the clear protections set out in International humanitarian law (IHL) for the wounded and sick during armed conflict, as ...