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Murder of George Low: 10th Anniversary
15 September 2026
Lead MP
Jim Dickson
Dartford
Lab
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
Crime & Law EnforcementForeign Affairs
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Jim Dickson raised concerns about murder of george low: 10th anniversary in the House of Commons. A government minister responded.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Jim Dickson raised the case of George Low, a Dartford resident murdered in Cyprus in 2016. He paid tribute to George’s parents, Martyn and Helen Low, and his predecessor Gareth Johnson. Dickson outlined the attack on George and his friend Ben, the subsequent events, and the lack of cooperation between Cyprus and Turkey. The case has seen two inquests but no extradition of suspects to the Republic of Cyprus for trial. Dickson urged the UK Government to assist in securing justice for George's family by answering legal assistance requests, releasing evidence, and engaging with Turkish authorities. He called for a meeting with the Minister to discuss the case further.
Government Response
Uma Kumaran acknowledged the tragic case of George Low and thanked Jim Dickson for his advocacy. She outlined the UK Government's engagement with the case, including support for George's family and legal representatives. She explained that the Cypriot authorities have issued international arrest warrants but have decided not to transfer the case to Turkey due to jurisdictional issues. The Minister confirmed that the UK Government has engaged with both Turkish and Cypriot authorities to progress the investigation and prosecution. She agreed to meet with George's family and Jim Dickson to discuss the case further and reiterated the Government's commitment to supporting the family's pursuit of justice.
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