Bishop of Coventry asks about conscientious objectors in Azerbaijan

The Bishop of Coventry received the following written answer on 24th October 2022:

The Lord Bishop of Coventry asked His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the treatment of conscientious objectors by the authorities in Azerbaijan; and what representations they have made to the government of Azerbaijan about the introduction of a civilian alternative to military service on the grounds of conscience.

Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Con): The UK Government has made no assessment on the treatment of conscientious objectors by the authorities in Azerbaijan and has not engaged with the Azerbaijani Government on this issue.

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