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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Hamish Falconer (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


North America: World Cup

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what engagement she has had with officials in (i) the USA, (ii) Mexico and (iii) Canada to discuss the safety of British citizens attending the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Answer

The UK Government, including officials, embassy staff, and policing partners, are in regular contact with their Canadian, Mexican and US counterparts on a range of issues, including security and public safety planning for the World Cup, and the arrangements for British nationals travelling to watch the tournament. We keep our travel advice under regular review to ensure it reflects the latest assessment of risk to British nationals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8396
Session
2026-27
Subjects
British nationals abroad Canada Safety World Cup USA Mexico
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk