§ 32. Mr. Brocklebank-Fowlerasked the Minister of Overseas Development what steps she proposes to facilitate the transfer of intermediate technology to the rural poor in least developed countries; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mrs. HartAs the hon. Gentleman knows, I share his concern about the issue. It essentially concerns maximising the use of appropriate technology. My hon. Friend who was my immediate predecessor instituted a study within ODM, and I expect its report soon.