We have not met with any members of Hamas, including when they were part of the National Unity government, to discuss political issues. To discuss the Alan Johnston case, our Consul-General in Jerusalem met Ismail Haniya, the Hamas Prime Minister and Hamas Government spokesman, Ghazi Hamad, Foreign and Commonwealth Office officials have also met with Ghazi Hamad in London, No other issues were discussed.
As the UK has made clear, we are willing to work with those who are committed to the Quartet principles: renunciation of violence; recognition of Israel; and acceptance of previous agreements and obligations, including the Roadmap.