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Written question asked by Fabian Hamilton (Labour) on Thursday, 19 May 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 May 2022 (named day). It was answered by Vicky Ford (Conservative) on Tuesday, 24 May 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Brazil and Uruguay: Disaster Relief

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Government plans to take steps to assist the (a) Uruguayan and (b) Brazilian Government following the damage caused to those countries by Cyclone Yakecan.

Answer

The UK is monitoring the impact of Cyclone Yakecan, which caused damage, power cuts and loss of life in Uruguay and southern Brazil on 17-18 May. Local authorities are currently assessing the damage.

The UK will continue to monitor the situation in Uruguay and Brazil to understand if support is needed.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5358
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Disaster relief Storms Brazil Uruguay
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk