§ Mr. JackTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs under what circumstances(a) British nationals and (b) British passport holders would receive official help to leave Zimbabwe. [55597]
§ Mr. BradshawThere are approximately 26,000 British nationals registered with the British High Commission in Harare. The British High Commission in Harare stands ready to offer what assistance they can to British nationals of all categories who seek their help to leave Zimbabwe.
§ Mr. JackTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if his Department has drawn up contingency plans to help UK citizens and UK passport holders evacuate Zimbabwe in the event of a breakdown of law and order there. [55596]
§ Mr. BradshawWe have a Civil Contingency Plan in place for Zimbabwe, as we do for many other countries. This is under constant review. Any evacuation would be a last resort and by whatever means available at that time.