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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Use of contingent liability by the Home Office to support maritime counter terrorism response capabilities

24 April 2024 · Home Office

Proposed by James Cleverly Con Braintree

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Home Office is using a contingent liability to support maritime counter-terrorism efforts.
  • The Government is using HMG indemnity to ensure full insurance coverage for operational partners.
  • HM Treasury has approved the proposal in principle.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the use of a contingent liability by the Home Office to support maritime counter-terrorism response capabilities.

Action requested

The Government is implementing HMG indemnity as the most practical solution for full insurance coverage, providing operational partners with assurance in case of market failure. HM Treasury has approved this proposal in principle and further evidence would be provided if the liability were to manifest.

Key facts

  • The Home Office uses contingent liability to support maritime counter-terrorism response capabilities.
  • HMG indemnity is concluded as the most practical solution for full insurance coverage.
  • HM Treasury has approved the proposal in principle.
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