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Written question asked by Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton (Conservative) on Wednesday, 8 November 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 November 2023. It was answered by Lord Bellamy (Conservative) on Monday, 20 November 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Storms: Channel Islands

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what support they have offered to (1) Jersey, and (2) Guernsey, following the impact of Storm Ciarán.

Answer

The Crown Dependencies are responsible for their own contingency planning and emergency response but the UK stands ready to assist them in responding to emergencies where they request additional support.

UK officials were in contact with emergency planners in the Channel Islands during Storm Ciarán but none of the Islands requested any support from the UK.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL115
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Channel Islands Government assistance Storms
Link
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