Statement from Volker Beck, Member of Bundestag, Whip and human rights spokesman for the Parliamentary Group of the Greens
21/07/2006
Dear Friends in Riga,
I strongly support your efforts for the Gay Pride 2006 in Riga.
I am scandaliced and disappointed that the City of Riga has decided to ban your demonstration.
This administrative action is not in accordance with the European Human Rights Convention and neglects the democratic standards of the European Union.
My hope and demand is that the Courts of Latvia will correct this decision according to international Law.
With my best wishes


