To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs if she will make a statement on the situation in Sudan and diplomatic efforts towards a ceasefire
Urgent matter raised by an MP
Priti Patel, the Conservative shadow foreign secretary, has tabled an urgent question demanding a statement from the Foreign Secretary on the humanitarian and military crisis in Sudan and the government's diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire. Sudan has been wracked by civil conflict since April 2023, triggering one of the world's worst humanitarian emergencies. This urgent question tests whether the Labour government has an active strategy to end the fighting and protect British interests in the region.
Sudan's conflict directly affects British foreign policy credibility, UK aid programmes in East Africa, and regional stability. The humanitarian toll—millions displaced, widespread famine, and documented atrocities—creates pressure on the UK to lead diplomatic efforts. The question also reflects Conservative criticism of Labour's handling of international crises and will frame how effectively the government can demonstrate active engagement on global conflicts.
Urgent questions draw responses from across the House — any MP may participate, so we don't show a predicted interest list.
Related business
Past similar business
- Urgent question24 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if she will make a statement on the publication of the Media Green Paper
- Urgent question22 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care if he will make a statement on the decision to proceed with the PATHWAYS study into puberty suppression for children with gender incongruence after its pause earlier this year
- Urgent question18 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if she will make a statement on progress made since the publication of the Casey Review into group-based child sexual exploitation
- Urgent question17 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade if he will make a statement on the impact of the proposed 50% steel tariffs, due on 1 July, on UK manufacturing competitiveness and supply chains.
- Urgent question15 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the impact of the time taken to publish the Defence Investment Plan on the ability of the armed forces to defend the UK
- Urgent question11 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care if he will make a statement on the potential impact of VAT on the availability of medicines through compassionate use schemes
Upcoming on related topics
- Business Statement16 Jul 2026
Business Questions to the Leader of the House
Other - Oral questions15 Jul 2026— Scotland
Scotland
Other - Oral questions9 Jul 2026— Solicitor General
Solicitor General
Other - Consideration of Lords amendments6 Jul 2026
If necessary, Consideration of Lords Amendments
Other - Oral questions6 Jul 2026— Defence
Defence (including Topical Questions)
Defence & Security - Business Statement2 Jul 2026
Business Questions to the Leader of the House
Other
Past on related topics
- Urgent question8 Jun 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs if she will make a statement on the humanitarian situation in Cuba, following the US naval and financial blockade
Defence & SecurityOther - Westminster Hall debate2 Jun 2026
Preparedness for national emergencies
Defence & SecurityOther - Adjournment21 May 2026
Imprisonment of Craig and Lindsay Foreman in Iran
Defence & SecurityOther - Oral evidence14 Apr 2026
Foreign Affairs Committee: Disinformation diplomacy: How malign actors are seeking to undermine democracy: follow-up
Defence & SecurityOther - Motion24 Jun 2026
Business of the House (Today)
Other - Oral evidence24 Jun 2026
Scottish Affairs Committee: Securing Scotland’s Future: Defence Skills and Jobs
Defence & Security