Rejected petition UK Government: Take immediate action to oppose the Hong Kong Extradition Bill

The UK Government has a responsibility towards the people of Hong Kong to safeguard the autonomy and fundamental freedoms outlined in the Sino-British Joint Declaration, which the Extradition Bill threatens to seriously undermine. The government must act urgently to condemn and oppose the bill.

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The 'Fugitive Offenders and Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Legislation (Amendment) Bill' is a proposed bill that would allow the extradition of fugitives to mainland China, threatening judicial independence & civil liberties. Public opposition is widespread, but the government refuses to scrap the bill, which also threatens the safety of British Nationals & tourists in HK. The Foreign Secretary must speak out against the bill & act, via sanctions or other means, to halt its passage.

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Date submitted 11 June 2019
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