HC Deb 12 November 1997 vol 300 c588W
11. Mr. Tipping

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development what steps she is taking to further the development of micro-credit agencies. [14118]

Mr. Foulkes

My Department is recognised as one of the leading bilateral donors in microfinance, which provides particular benefits to poorer people. We plan to continue to increase the level of our support, beyond the £75 million already committed.