Written question asked by Ian McCartney (Labour) on Thursday, 30 April 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 May 2009. It was answered by Jack Straw (Labour) on Monday, 11 May 2009 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Terrorism: Compensation
- Question
- To ask the Minister for the Olympics pursuant to the contribution of 24 March 2009, Official Report, column 175, on international terrorism, who the lead Minister is for the consideration of a compensation scheme for UK citizens harmed in terrorist attacks overseas; what the terms of reference for that consultation are; and if she will make a statement.
- Answer
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I have been asked to reply.My right hon. Friend the Minister for the Olympics (Tessa Jowell) has responsibility for Humanitarian Assistance, and represents the interests of UK nationals affected by terrorism overseas.Officials from across Government have recently formed a working group to scope what more can be done in the future to support victims of terrorism abroad. The group will consider a range of detailed options for doing so and report to Ministers.
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- 492 c533W; 273195
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- 2008-09
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Compensation Terrorism
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