PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Immigration: Hong Kong (6 July 2021)

Question Asked

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps she is taking to ensure that police and intelligence services have adequate funding and training to ensure the safety of Hong Kong people living in the UK on Hong Kong BNO visas.

Asked by:
Sarah Owen (Labour)

Answer

The Home Office have announced a police funding settlement of up to £15.8 billion for 2021/22. This is a total increase of up to £600 million on 2020/21 for the policing system.

Police Officers continue to receive training and updates throughout their career. This can include to address specific changes in law, to deal with emerging issues and continued professional development.


Answered by:
Kevin Foster (Conservative)
12 July 2021

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