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Written question asked by David Lidington (Conservative) on Wednesday, 10 February 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 February 2010. It was answered by Chris Bryant (Labour) on Friday, 26 February 2010 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Embassies: Closures

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he plans to close any overseas posts during 2010-11.
Answer

[holding answer 22 February 2010]: The Government are committed to a world-class and comprehensive diplomatic service that is a credit to the UK and reflects demands for our services and the Government's priorities. I am confident that we will continue to be able both to fulfil our historic responsibilities and to pursue our modern priorities.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
506 c780W; 318034
Session
2009-10
Subjects
Closures Diplomatic service Redundancy Embassies
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk