§ Mr. LidingtonTo ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department when the most recent meeting of the Parent/Carer Child Abduction Co-ordinating Group took place; and what subjects were discussed. [98730]
§ Jane KennedyThe Parent/Carer Child Abduction Coordinating Group met on 19 October 1999. Subjects discussed were: embarkation control; endorsement of passports; child abduction prevention packs; and legal aid.
§ Mr. LidingtonTo ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department if he will make a statement on the consideration being given to the Parent/Carer Child Abduction Co-ordinating Group to the question of what information should be included on children's passports. [98731]
§ Jane KennedyNo. The endorsement of passports is receiving consideration by the Parent/Carer Child Abduction Coordinating Group. The Group will provide advice to the relevant Ministers on the subject as and when appropriate.