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Covid-19: Overseas Territories

Wednesday 29 April 2020 · 2 questions

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Key points

  • Ministerial Department is supporting overseas territories to mitigate the impact of the pandemic.
  • Support includes essential medical supplies, public health advice, security.
  • Minister acknowledged and commended the Royal Navy's service, particularly RFA Argus, in providing medical assistance to the Caribbean.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Robert Courts Con Wycombe
NHS Foreign Affairs
Context

Inquiry about specific steps taken by the Government to assist British overseas territories in combating the pandemic.

Question

What steps her Department is taking to support the overseas territories to tackle the covid-19 pandemic?

Answer from Wendy Morton (Minister for Asia and the Pacific)

We will always stand by the overseas territories. A range of Government Departments, led by DFID and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, are supporting the overseas territories to mitigate the impact of the pandemic. Support includes essential medical supplies, public health advice, security and access support, and financial aid to mitigate the economic impact in the most vulnerable territories.

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Q2 Robert Courts Con Wycombe
NHS Defence
Context

Recognition of the critical role played by the Royal Navy, specifically RFA Argus, in providing medical assistance to British overseas territories.

Question

The Royal Navy is providing a pivotal role in providing medical assistance to British overseas territories. Will the Minister join me in recognising the dedication and skill of the servicemen and women of RFA Argus, which is providing that medical assistance to the Caribbean?

Answer from Wendy Morton (Minister for Asia and the Pacific)

I know that my hon. Friend takes a keen interest in defence matters, and I absolutely do agree that the Royal Navy continues to provide great service to the territories, particularly in the Caribbean. I, too, commend the servicemen and women of RFA Argus, who are providing vital support to the overseas territories. RFA Argus is boosting the resilience of the territories as they prepare for hurricane season.

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