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British Nationals Abroad: Red Sea

Asked by Wendy MortonConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 12 February 2025UIN 28547

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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 21 January 2025 to Question 23329 on Red Sea: British Nationals Abroad, what engagement he has had with the families of victims of recent fatalities in the Red Sea.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The FCDO continues to provide support to those British nationals and families affected by recent tragic incidents in the Red Sea, including the sinking of the Sea Story in November 2024 and the tragic fire on board the Hurricane in June 2023. We remain in contact with the relevant local authorities and our sincere condolences are with all the victims and their families.

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