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Helicopter Search and Rescue

Thursday 16 May 2024 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is conducting an analysis of incident data to examine changes in demand since the launch of UK's second generation search and rescue aviation procurement.
  • The Minister agreed to meet Bristow's management just this morning to discuss industrial relations and the treatment of search and rescue staff.
  • Good industrial relations are vital for effective operation, and the MCA will keep this in mind during its review.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Alistair Carmichael Lib Dem Orkney and Shetland
Transport
Context

The MP is concerned about the adequacy of response times for helicopter search and rescue services.

Question

What recent discussions has he had with helicopter search and rescue operators on the adequacy of response times?

Answer from Anthony Browne

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is conducting an analysis of incident data to examine changes in demand since the launch of UK's second generation search and rescue aviation procurement. The review is ongoing, and no recent discussions have been held on this point.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific details about any recent discussions with operators regarding response times were not provided.

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Q2 Alistair Carmichael Lib Dem Orkney and Shetland
Employment Transport
Context

The MP is concerned about deteriorating industrial relations between Bristow's management and its staff, which are impacting response times.

Question

A new threat to search and rescue response times is emerging due to poor industrial relations between Bristow's management and its staff. Will the Minister call in the management and make it clear that the Government expects them to treat their search and rescue staff with respect?

Answer from Anthony Browne

Good industrial relations are vital for effective operation, and the MCA will keep this in mind during its review. The Minister agreed to meet Bristow's management just this morning.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific commitment to address the poor industrial relations was not fully addressed.

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