§ Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the First Secretary of State what arrangements have been made and expenditure incurred by the Northern Rhodesian Government on the relief of refugees who fled from the United Nations' forces in Katanga; and what assistance has been obtained from the United Nations.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodI have been asked to reply.
My hon. Friend was informed on 22nd January of the general arrangements made by the Northern Rhodesia Government for dealing with refugees. Expenditure is estimated at approximately £5,000. The Northern Rhodesia Government propose in due course to seek reimbursement from the United Nations through the Federal Government. United Nations military officers have fully cooperated with the officers of the Northern Rhodesia Government who have been engaged in persuading refugees to return to their homes.