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<p>The UK Government is firmly committed to supporting the Overseas Territories in
dealing with Covid-19. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Department for
International Development are leading a cross Whitehall effort, working closely with
the Overseas Territories governments, and taking a needs-based approach to providing
support. The Minister for the Overseas Territories and Sustainable Development is
in regular contact with the political leaders and Governors of the Territories. The
impact of the pandemic on the Territories' economies and healthcare systems varies,
and our support is being calibrated accordingly.</p><p>Just as the UK is doing, we
are looking to Overseas Territories to make full use of their financial resources
in order to address the needs of their people. Requests for further support to complement
comprehensive economic local response plans are being considered on a needs basis.
In the Territories which are in receipt of financial assistance from DFID, the UK
Government will continue to provide the support needed to ensure delivery of essential
services and to protect their economies.</p><p>In the areas where it's needed, the
UK Government is providing support to strengthen the ability of the public health
systems of the Territories to deal with the significant challenges from Covid-19,
through provision of essential medical supplies, equipment and personnel.</p>
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