Chagossians urge UK to complete islands’ handover to Mauritius
A Chagossian delegation has urged the UK to finalize the handover of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, claiming their rights have been overlooked in political discussions. The group, led by Louis Olivier Bancoult, expressed frustration over stalled legislation and criticized the UK government for not prioritizing their return. Delegation members shared personal stories of displacement and emphasized their desire to live in their birthplace.
- ▪The Chagossian delegation visited the UK to advocate for the transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
- ▪Louis Olivier Bancoult criticized the UK government for not showing a real commitment to resolving their situation.
- ▪Delegation members expressed their longing to return to their homeland and live there permanently.
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Chagossian delegation with Jeremy Corbyn (back row, centre) during a visit to the UK to urge parliamentarians to hand over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands. Photograph: HandoutView image in fullscreenChagossian delegation with Jeremy Corbyn (back row, centre) during a visit to the UK to urge parliamentarians to hand over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands. Photograph: HandoutChagos IslandsChagossians urge UK to complete islands’ handover to MauritiusChagos Refugees delegation says issue ‘hijacked within the halls’ of politics on visit to UKGeneva AbdulFri 5 Jun 2026 13.56 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA Chagossian delegation visiting the UK has urged parliamentarians to complete stalled legislation to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, which they say has been “hijacked within…
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