Davey calls for Lord Hermer to publish legal advice on Gazan aid blockade

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Commenting ahead of a Cabinet recall on the conflict in the Middle East, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey has called for the Attorney General Lord Hermer to publish his legal advice to the Government, saying:

"There can be no denying that Israel has egregiously breached international law through its devastating blockade of Gaza.

"The Australian Prime Minister said this two days ago. And yet the UK Government continues to drag its feet on describing these acts as anything more than merely "risking" a breach.

"Actions speak louder than words. It's time for the Attorney General to publish the legal advice he has given to the Government on the Netanyahu cabinet's grotesque restriction of aid to Gazans."

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