Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q Thank you. I understand that one of Unison’s concerns is freedom of expression for elected officials.
Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q Rozanne, can I bring you in on those points?
Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q We have heard an awful lot of evidence today that the BDS movement has not contributed to peace in the middle east, but that it has simpl
Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q First, can I ask whether you support the BDS movement?
Examination of Witness | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q The Government’s view is that the settlements are illegal; however, we do not support boycotts and divestments against Israel because we
Examination of Witness | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q So that I understand your position, do you think that BDS is additive in the middle east?
Examination of Witness | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q The Bill will apply to all countries; the only reference to Israel is that if in future you want to exempt countries, that can be done by
Examination of Witness | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q In your written evidence, you raise concerns that the Bill could prevent ethical procurement or divestment decisions.
Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Q Does anyone on the panel have a view as to how the Bill compares with other examples of anti-BDS legislation in other jurisdictions acros
Examination of Witnesses | Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill | Public Bill Committees Andrew or Francis, do you want to come in?
