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David Amess
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(9 years, 5 months ago)
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Justine Greening
The hon. Lady will be reassured to hear that we are still working with the ILO. In fact, in Bangladesh, we have a very effective programme that is helping to improve workplace security and health and safety. That was introduced in response to the Rana Plaza tragedy. Therefore, I can reassure her that we take those matters seriously and we are actively working with the ILO.
Sir David Amess (Southend West) (Con)
T6. What assistance does her Department give to Indian ocean islands such as the Maldives and Seychelles in tackling climate change issues?
Justine Greening
The UK provides support through a number of multilateral organisations, including Climate Investment Funds and the Global Environment Facility, as well as through contributing to EU programmes that support affected countries.