HC Deb 25 January 1966 vol 723 c3W
Mr. George Jeger

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations whether he will make a statement on the aid given to Pakistan after the recent cyclone to alleviate suffering in East Pakistan.

Mr. Cledwyn Hughes

In mid-December, 1965, a cyclone caused damage and loss of life in East Pakistan, although I am glad to say not on as large a scale as was originally feared. Her Majesty's Government gave £7,500 to help to relieve distress among the fishing community, many of whom were temporarily deprived of their means of livelihood.

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