§ Mr. Randallasked the Lord Privy Seal how many Governments have announced 162W pledges to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for extra-budgetary funds; and what is the total amount so far pledged to the High Commissioner's programmes.
§ Mr. HeathTo date 34 Governments have announced pledges for 1963 to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for extra-budgetary funds. The total amount so far paid, pledged or promised is £1,170,670, which includes £57,228 from non-governmental sources.
§ Mr. Randallasked the Lord Privy Seal what consideration is being given by Her Majesty's Government to pledging a contribution to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees for extra-budgetary funds; and when it is expected an announcement will be made.
§ Mr. HeathAs I informed the hon. Gentleman on 24th April, Her Majesty's Government propose to make a voluntary contribution of £200,000 to the 1963 programmes of the High Commissioner for Refugees, subject to certain matching arrangements and to Parliamentary approval.
This was announced by the United Kingdom Delegate at the Ninth Session of the Executive Committee of the High Commissioner's programme on 18th April.