Every parliamentary written question tabled by Adam Jogee this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has had discussions with her counterparts in sub-Saharan Southern Africa on economic growth.
The promotion of economic growth, investment and trade is a key priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and forms a regular and essential part of our engagement with counterparts across the world, including in Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Canada.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with Tunisian authorities on the recent crackdown on human rights organisations.
I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided on 18 September to Question 70304.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has had discussions with her Australian counterpart on economic growth.
The promotion of economic growth, investment and trade is a key priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and forms a regular and essential part of our engagement with counterparts across the world, including in Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Canada.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has had discussions with her Canadian counterpart on economic growth.
The promotion of economic growth, investment and trade is a key priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and forms a regular and essential part of our engagement with counterparts across the world, including in Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Canada.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic engagement she has had with her European colleagues on helping encourage economic growth in the United Kingdom.
The promotion of economic growth, investment and trade is a key priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and forms a regular and essential part of our engagement with counterparts across the world, including in Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Canada.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has provided support to the Jamaican diaspora in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
I refer the Hon. Member to my statement to the House on 4 November 2025, Official Report, vol. 774, col. 33WS to 35WS.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
I refer the Hon Member to the statement on the Middle East made to the House by the Foreign Secretary on 18 November.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps she is taking with the Southern African Development Community to help tackle violence against women and girls.
Tackling violence against women and girls is a key priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and forms a regular and essential part of our engagement with counterparts across the world, including in the Southern African Development Community.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the activities of the Russian government in sub-Saharan Africa on (a) her Department's objectives and (b) the UK's international role.
I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided on 26 February 2025 to Question 30979.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent engagement her Department has had with international partners on the 2025 Yemen Humanitarian Response Plan.
I refer the Hon. Member to the answer given on 29 October to question 83638.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to provide consular support to UK nationals in Jamaica who are impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
The welfare and security of British nationals is our highest priority. We have 24/7 consular support in place for those affected by Hurricane Melissa, and the UK is in close contact with travel companies who are working to restore flights for holidaymakers and British nationals. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has chartered a limited number of flights from Jamaica for British nationals who are unable to fly home commercially. British nationals in Jamaica are encouraged to register their presence via the "Register Your Presence" link on our Travel Advice for Jamaica to allow the FCDO to share important updates, including information on UK government charter flights.The UK has been steadfast in its commitment to provide support to Jamaica's recovery. We are mobilising emergency humanitarian assistance to support regional efforts to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. This includes providing emergency supplies such as shelter kits, water filters, and blankets, and deploying a team of humanitarian specialists to ensure critical supplies reach the hardest-hit communities. The UK is working with the Jamaican authorities and its international partners, including the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and UN agencies, to ensure humanitarian assistance is delivered to the worst affected areas and meets the immediate needs of the most vulnerable.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps the Government is taking to provide humanitarian support to the Government of Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.
The welfare and security of British nationals is our highest priority. We have 24/7 consular support in place for those affected by Hurricane Melissa, and the UK is in close contact with travel companies who are working to restore flights for holidaymakers and British nationals. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has chartered a limited number of flights from Jamaica for British nationals who are unable to fly home commercially. British nationals in Jamaica are encouraged to register their presence via the "Register Your Presence" link on our Travel Advice for Jamaica to allow the FCDO to share important updates, including information on UK government charter flights.The UK has been steadfast in its commitment to provide support to Jamaica's recovery. We are mobilising emergency humanitarian assistance to support regional efforts to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. This includes providing emergency supplies such as shelter kits, water filters, and blankets, and deploying a team of humanitarian specialists to ensure critical supplies reach the hardest-hit communities. The UK is working with the Jamaican authorities and its international partners, including the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and UN agencies, to ensure humanitarian assistance is delivered to the worst affected areas and meets the immediate needs of the most vulnerable.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of the (a) humanitarian, (b) security and (c) political situation in Sudan.
I refer the Hon. Member to the response provided to the Urgent Question on Sudan: Protection of Civilians on 30 October.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission since her appointment.
All meetings with external bodies will be published in the normal way on gov.uk.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the activities of the Chinese government in the Caribbean on (a) her Department's objectives and (b) the UK's international role.
The Government monitors all such matters closely, but continues to develop its foreign policy objectives and priorities in different parts of the world according to our shared interests and values, irrespective of the activities of other countries.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the activities of the Chinese government in sub-Saharan Africa on (a) her Department's objectives and (b) the UK's international role.
The Government monitors all such matters closely, but continues to develop its foreign policy objectives and priorities in different parts of the world according to our shared interests and values, irrespective of the activities of other countries.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the activities of the Chinese government in the Pacific on (a) her Department's objectives and (b) the UK's international role.
The Government monitors all such matters closely, but continues to develop its foreign policy objectives and priorities in different parts of the world according to our shared interests and values, irrespective of the activities of other countries.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the work of the British Council on her Department's priorities.
The British Council plays a leading role in promoting UK values and interests through its work in arts and culture, education, and promotion of the English language.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) works with the British Council to ensure strategic alignment between British Council activity and FCDO priorities.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, when she plans to appoint a new Ambassador to the United States.
I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided on 22 September to Question 76609.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has met the Secretary General of the Commonwealth since 5 September 2025.
The Foreign Secretary met a number of her overseas counterparts on her visit to the United Nations General Assembly, including at the meeting of the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers on 22 September, and will have further such engagement over the coming weeks and months.