§ Mr. Farrasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what percentage of the total overseas aid budget is represented by expenditure on population projects for 1981–82 and 1982–83.
§ Mr. RaisonPopulation aid statistics are compiled on a calendar year basis. In 1981, population projects represented about 0.6 per cent. of gross public expenditure on overseas aid: 1982 figures are expected to be finalised shortly. I will write to the hon. Member as soon as they become available.