§ Mr. CorbynTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many defence personnel and what equipment is currently deployed on emergency aid duties in Montserrat; and if he will make a statement. [25488]
§ Mr. SoamesThere are currently no defence personnel or equipment deployed on emergency aid duties in Montserrat. However, the West Indies guardship is on standby in the region and we are in close and regular contact with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office about possible requirements for military assistance.