I am delighted to introduce the 2010 Human Rights Command Paper. Our coalition government is determined to strengthen the human rights work of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, as part of our commitment to a foreign policy that has the practical promotion of human rights as part of its irreducible core. This new report is one example of this intent.

The report covers the period from January to December 2010, though some key events in early 2011 have also been included. It highlights the important progress being made, serious concerns that

In a joint statement today they said:

'The British Government welcomes the ceasefire between the Government of Yemen and the Huthis. We urge all parties to build a durable peace in northern Yemen and to facilitate immediate humanitarian access.

The international community reaffirmed its support for Yemen at the London meeting in January. We stand ready,

Earlier this month the Prime Minister announced that the UK would host a meeting focusing on the pressing issues in Yemen and how the international community can better co-ordinate efforts to support the Government of Yemen in addressing the social, economic and political problems in the region.

Only by doing this can we ensure long-term security, stability and prosperity for the people of Yemen, and in doing