§ Mr. Murphyasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has received regarding the future level of overseas aid in the light of increased famine conditions in the Third world; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RaisonThe Government have received represenations from the Catholic Fund for Overseas Development, Christian Aid, Euro-Action-Accord, Oxfam, Save the Children Fund, War on Want, World Development Movement, Members of Parliament and individuals. It is the Government's intention to maintain a substantial aid programme. An announcement will shortly be made about its level for 1985–86.
§ Mr. Home Robertsonasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the future of the budget for overseas aid following the Chancellor's autumn statement.
§ Mr. RaisonThe Government intend to maintain a substantial aid programme. An announcement will shortly be made about its level for 1985–86.