To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to ensure that parents and guardians of soldiers can attend passing out parades during the covid-19 outbreak.
Answered on
24 November 2020
The Ministry of Defence has issued guidance to the Armed Forces for the conduct of ceremonial events, including passing out parades, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Risks are carefully assessed and events must satisfy all relevant public health regulations and guidance. This allows these events to continue taking place with a limited audience.
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Ministry of Defence
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