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Written question asked by David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 14 May 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 May 2019. It was answered by Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton (Conservative) on Monday, 20 May 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Deployment

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what her Department's policy is on the deployment of armed personnel to countries where UK citizens have been assessed as at risk.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence takes its responsibility for mitigation of the risks to Armed Forces personnel deployed overseas very seriously. We take a risk-based approach to deployments and consider each on a case by case basis; identified risks are factored into decision making and appropriate action is taken to ensure the safety and security of our Armed forces personnel overseas.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
254172
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Armed forces British nationals abroad Deployment Risk assessment
Link
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