GENERAL PINOCHET EXTRADITION REQUEST

As this motion is using historical data, we may not have the record of the original ordering, in which case signatories are listed alphabetically.

This motion has subsequently been withdrawn by the tabling Member.

This is an amendment to an existing motion

This motion was originally tabled by Nigel Griffiths on 19 October 1998. This is amendment number 1.

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Suggested amendment

at end add 'and trusts that similarly firm action will be taken by the Government when current of former Left-wing dictators with innocent blood on their hans visit the United Kingdom in future.'.

Original motion text

That this House congratulates the Government in ensuring that the application for extradition by the Spanish judicial authorities of General Pinochet is being properly dealt with in accordance with international law; and recalls the crimes and atrocities, including the torture and murder of thousands of Chilean civilians which he instigated as dictator of Chile.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.