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Written question asked by Baroness Doocey (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 29 October 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 November 2019. It was answered by Lord Duncan of Springbank (Conservative) on Tuesday, 5 November 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Thomas Cook: Insolvency

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what steps they are taking, if any, to protect Thomas Cook's suppliers from the financial impact of that company's collapse.

Answer

My rt. hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has convened a special cross-government taskforce alongside local stakeholders to support employees, local stakeholders and supply chains. The taskforce is considering existing support schemes available and will also monitor local business impacts.

Local partners are able to advise on support available to suppliers affected by Thomas Cook going insolvent.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL498
Session
2019-19
Subjects
Insolvency Thomas Cook
Link
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