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Harry Dunn

Tuesday 26 October 2021 · 2 questions

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Key points

  • Andrea Leadsom expressed concern over the death of Harry Dunn and inquired about discussions with the US regarding the case.
  • The Minister responded that they have spoken with Secretary Blinken and raised the case with President Biden, emphasizing the need for justice for Harry and his family.
  • Andrea Leadsom paid tribute to Harry's parents, Charlotte and Tim, for their courage and efforts over two years.

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Q1 Andrea Leadsom Con
Foreign Affairs
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The death of Harry Dunn in a car accident involving a US service member has sparked discussions about justice for the family and diplomatic relations with the United States.

Question

I am concerned about the death of Harry Dunn. If she will hold discussions with her US counterpart on this case.

Answer from Elizabeth Truss

We have the deepest sympathy for Harry's family. I have spoken to them about the case. I raised the case with Secretary Blinken, and we also raised it with President Biden when we were over in the United States. I am very clear that justice needs to be delivered for Harry and his family.

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Q2 Andrea Leadsom Con
Justice & Courts Foreign Affairs
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The family of Harry Dunn has been striving for justice for over two years, highlighting the need for mutual respect and adherence to the rule of law in international relations.

Question

I pay tribute to Harry's mum, Charlotte, and Harry's dad, Tim, for their incredible courage. They have already been striving for that for more than two years. Does my right hon. Friend agree that we have to do everything possible with our great allies around the world to ensure mutual respect, and that abiding by the rule of law and achieving justice in a harrowing situation such as this is vital to those relationships?

Answer from Elizabeth Truss

I praise my right hon. Friend for the huge support that she has given to the family of Harry Dunn. I had the opportunity to speak with them; of course, the situation they find themselves in is absolutely terrible. I am determined that we should deliver justice for Harry and his family, and I am pushing the United States.

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