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FCO secure communications and handling of classified information inquiry

Inquiry

The Foreign Affairs Committee launched an urgent inquiry into the FCO's secure communications and handling of classified information.

The inquiry considered:

  • The necessity of secure communications and information handling for the good functioning of the FCO and the impact of leaks on that functioning
  • The steps taken by the FCO to ensure that its information and communications are treated securely
  • Whether the steps taken by the FCO and other Government departments in response to apparent leaks are adequate
  • Whether the classification regime used by the FCO is appropriate
  • Whether the sanctions in place to deter such leaks are effective and fit for purpose.

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Past events

Thursday 18 July 2019
11:00am Public
FCO secure communications and handling of classified information inquiry - Oral evidence 18 July 2019
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House
Tuesday 16 July 2019
3:45pm Public
FCO secure communications and handling of classified information inquiry - Oral evidence 16 July 2019
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House
Wednesday 10 July 2019
1:00pm Public
FCO secure communications and handling of classified information inquiry - Oral evidence 10 July 2019
Room 16, Palace of Westminster

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  • Email: fac@parliament.uk
  • Phone: 020 7219 4050 (general enquiries) | 020 7219 2996 or facmedia@parliament.uk (media enquiries)
  • Address: Foreign Affairs Committee | House of Commons | London | SW1A 0AA