House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
London Croughton Annex
22 July 2020 · Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Proposed by Dominic Raab Con Esher and Walton
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The minister concluded discussions with the US to revise immunity arrangements at the London Croughton Annex.
- The new arrangements extend criminal jurisdiction waivers to family members of US staff and all embassy staff serving at the annex.
- A new waiver for inviolability has been implemented for the annex.
- The minister also announces a safety review of roads around US bases in England.
Issue summary
The statement addresses revisions to immunity arrangements for US personnel and their families at the London Croughton Annex.
Action requested
The minister has concluded discussions with the US, revising immunity arrangements to extend criminal jurisdiction waivers to family members of US staff and all embassy staff serving at the annex. Additionally, a new waiver for inviolability has been implemented. The minister also announces a safety review of roads around US bases in England.
Key facts
- Discussions concluded on 20 July with new immunity arrangements.
- Criminal jurisdiction waivers now extend to family members and all embassy staff at Croughton Annex.
- A new waiver for inviolability has been added.
- Safety review initiated by the Secretary of State for Transport around US bases in England.