HC Deb 09 January 1978 vol 941 c618W
Mr. Arnold

asked the Minister of Overseas Development what is her policy with regard to the local responsibility of development divisions.

Mr. Tomlinson

The responsibilities of development divisions within their areas of operations are to advise and assist heads of mission in the planning and execution of aid programmes; and, if requested, to give developmental advice to the Governments of the countries they cover.