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Written question asked by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Monday, 24 January 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 January 2022 (named day). It was answered by Leo Docherty (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 January 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Sports Competitors

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department has (a) undertaken a risk assessment on behalf of those members of the Services travelling to Beijing as part of Team GB and (b) issued personal security advice and information to those serving personnel who are expected to travel.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence is proud of all Defence personnel involved with Team GB, and takes their security very seriously. Risk assessments regarding the 2022 Winter Olympics have been conducted by the Department in collaboration with Government partners. Tailored security threat awareness briefings have been, and will continue to be, delivered by security teams to Defence personnel travelling to Beijing to participate in the Games.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
110415
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Armed forces Olympic Games Security Sports competitors Risk assessment Beijing
Link
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