Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Doughty and Daniel Francis

Tuesday 2nd September 2025 Commons Chamber

[Daniel Francis (Bexleyheath and Crayford) (Lab)]

T3. My constituents Lee and Joanna Woodcock’s daughter Holly was found deceased in France in August last year. They have raised significant concerns regarding the investigation by the French authorities, and some lesser concerns regarding the support they have received from the FCDO. Will the Minister meet Mr and Mrs Woodcock to hear directly about their experience?

[The Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Stephen Doughty)]

First, I express my deep condolences over Holly’s death. I know this is a very distressing time for Mr and Mrs Woodcock and the whole family. My hon. Friend will know about the consular support that is being provided, as we have spoken about that. I would, of course, be very happy to meet him and the Woodcock family to discuss the matter further, although he will understand that I cannot get directly involved in overseas investigations by authorities in France.