Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Michael Fabricant and Mark Simmonds

Tuesday 22nd July 2014 Commons Chamber

[Mark Simmonds]

I am well aware that the hon. Gentleman has a particularly sensitive case in his constituency, but I can assure him that we look at the individual circumstances of every case and an assessment is made of vulnerability. We use NGOs such as Missing Abroad, which can help secure free or cheap flights. Also, we use NGOs to provide video conferencing facilities to enable loved ones to watch the proceedings that take place. I hope he has been contacted about the consultation. We are looking at what more we can do to help the families.

[Michael Fabricant (Lichfield) (Con)]

10. What recent progress has been made on negotiations on bilateral EU free trade agreements; and if he will make a statement.