PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Haiti: Turks and Caicos Islands (23 April 2024)
Question Asked
To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, what support his Department is providing to the Turks and Caicos Islands in response to the security situation in Haiti.
Asked by:
Anna McMorrin (Labour)
Asked by:
Anna McMorrin (Labour)
Answer
The UK remains committed to the safety and security of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) and supporting the security of TCI borders in response to worsening violence in neighbouring Haiti. The FCDO has been coordinating and funding a range of support to the TCI. This includes a package of coastal sensors overseen by the Joint Maritime Security Centre, recruiting specialist police officers, supporting the deployment of US government aircraft and procurement of other specialist equipment. Minister Rutley remains in close contact with the Governor and Premier.
Answered by:
David Rutley (Conservative)
26 April 2024
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