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Written question asked by Robert Halfon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 January 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 January 2021 (named day). It was answered by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Monday, 25 January 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Kurds: Embassies

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the suitability of the existing premises for the UK Consulate-General for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and northern Iraq.

Answer

The Consulate-General Erbil provides an effective platform for delivering our objectives in conjunction with the Embassy in Baghdad. The FCDO regularly reviews whether the existing premises meet HMG needs and provide value for money. Our physical footprint has remained in one location since 2015 throughout periods of regional instability and provides a fit for purpose and secure diplomatic presence.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
140044
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Iraq Foreign relations Embassies Kurds
Link
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