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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Rebalancing of the Covid Support Force (including Reserves)

20 May 2020 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Ben Wallace Con Wyre and Preston North

Defence

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Ministry of Defence is releasing personnel from higher readiness status.
  • Some reservists are being demobilised as part of the rebalancing effort.
  • The CSF will maintain resources to handle all future Military Aid to Civil Authorities requests.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the rebalancing of the Covid Support Force (CSF) in response to stabilising demand for military assistance during the pandemic.

Action requested

The MOD is releasing personnel held at higher readiness and demobilising some reservists, while maintaining sufficient resources to respond to all future MACA requests. This ensures that the CSF can continue its critical tasks without withdrawing from current commitments.

Key facts

  • The Covid Support Force (CSF) was established in anticipation of increased MACA requests during the pandemic.
  • Approximately 4,000 personnel are deployed daily supporting other departments and organisations.
  • The CSF has answered 162 MACA requests across various locations in the UK.
  • Currently, a total of 7,500 personnel are required to fulfil CSF tasks.
  • 2,000 reservists who volunteered but are no longer needed will be engaged about demobilisation processes.
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