§ 21. Mr. Awberyasked the Lord Privy Seal what contributions have been made by the Government to assist Algerian refugees in Tunisia and Morocco since the end of the World Refugee Year; and what plans are being made for giving further aid during the period before the economy of Algeria is sufficiently restored after the end of the fighting, and until the refugees are able to return to their homes.
§ Mr. Ormsby GoreHer Majesty's Government have made no further contribution to the relief of refugees from Algeria since August, 1960, when they paid their final contribution to World Refugee Year.
Relief for these refugees is at present provided by a joint operation of the 1392 League of Red Cross Societies and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, to whose budget we of course contribute. As to the future, either these arrangements will continue or the refugees will come within the mandate of the High Commissioner for Refugees.
§ Mr. AwberyIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that the World Refugee Year ended some time ago but that the position of these refugees is just as bad as ever? Will he see that we make a reasonable contribution to assist these people in their present distress, and during the period of the negotiations with France and the settlement of their economic position in Algeria?
§ Mr. Ormsby GoreWe are certainly anxious to help these refugees, but a particular organisation has now been established in conjunction with the High Commissioner for Refugees. We keep in very close touch with the High Commissioner, and if he wishes further help he will no doubt apply to us for it.