Written questions

South Africa: Migrants

Lords · Question HL1800 · Tabled 8 Jul 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 20 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Lord German

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of recent reports of xenophobic violence against migrants and refugees in South Africa; what discussions they have had with (1) the government of South Africa, and (2) regional partners regard

Answer

Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 20 Jul 2026

The UK is closely monitoring developments regarding reports of violence and intimidation directed at migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa. We are concerned by any incidents of xenophobic violence and welcome the South African Government's...