§ Mr. Peter Bottomleyasked the Lord Privy Seal what further aid Her Majesty's Government propose to give to those affected by the earthquake in Southern Italy.
§ Sir Ian GilmourIn addition to immediate relief in the period immediately following the Italian earthquake, Her Majesty's Government have thought it right to offer further help to the victims of this tragic disaster. They have therefore offered to provide British manufactured prefabricated buildings for longer-term relief. The total cost of this additional aid will be up to £0.5 million. The arrangements for procurement and transport will be made by Crown Agents.
The Italian Government have warmly welcomed this proposal. Parliamentary approval for this expenditure will be sought in a supplementary estimate to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Vote.