§ Dr. TongeTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what aid is being delivered to the people of the Nuba Mountains region in Sudan. [89521]
§ Clare ShortUN and non-governmental organisations are delivering assistance to Government of Sudan controlled areas of the Nuba Mountains. They are also delivering more limited relief aid to Sudan Peoples' Liberation Army (SPLA) held areas, where access is a serious constraint.
A UN mission visited the Nuba Mountains region, including some SPLA controlled areas, from 21 to 26 June. The team's conclusion was that although there is no evidence of widespread famine, there is malnutrition 464W among children and displaced people, and significant needs for water, health and basic education. The UN is negotiating with the parties to the conflict for improved access for relief supplies.