Many constituents have been in touch regarding their support for Palestine, in response to recent events in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

I am, and always have been, a passionate and determined supporter of Palestinian rights and my parliamentary record on this issue speaks for itself. My support extends fully to citizens in the Occupied Palestinian Territories who have had themselves or their families displaced or injured by Israel’s military action in the region.

I am also a longstanding member of Labour Friends of Palestine and the Middle East.

My record on Palestine

March 2024 – Shabana writes to constituents calling for a ceasefire in Gaza

Feb 2024 – Shabana signs and backs motion for a ceasefire in Gaza

October 2023 – Shabana writes to constituents regarding situation in Gaza

July 2023 – Shabana writes to constituents regarding ‘BDS’ Bill

June 2021 – Shabana speaks in Westminster Hall debate on Palestine

May 2021 – Shabana writes to Prime Minister regarding escalating tensions in Israel and Palestine

July 2020 – Shabana writes to constituents on Israeli annexation plans

May 2020 – Shabana signs letter demanding sanctions in the event of Israeli annexation plans

April 2019 – Shabana signs an Early Day Motion on the illegal annexation of Palestinian territory

September 2019 – Shabana signs letter asking the UN Human Rights Ambassador to investigate companies involved in settlement-related activities

May 2018 – Shabana calls for immediate recognition of Palestinian statehood in parliamentary debate

November 2017 – Shabana signs an Early Day Motion of the Palestinian village of Susiya

January 2016 – Shabana asks Minister question regarding differential treatment of Palestinian and Israeli child detainees

August 2014 – Shabana attends Gaza Day of Action in London

October 2013 – Votes in favour of recognising the State of Palestine

June 2010 – Shabana signs an Early Day Motion on the attack on the flotilla of ships carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza