HC Deb 31 October 1984 vol 65 cc987-8W
Mr. Stuart Holland

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs to what specific purposes the aid transfer of £100,000 made in August to the Government of El Salvador was put; and if he has any plans to increase bilateral aid to El Salvador.

Mr. Raison

The Government of El Salvador have been considering what civilian supplies and equipment they wish to identify to Her Majesty's Government for purchase from the £100,000 grant offered in August. Detailed suggestions are expected shortly.

Her Majesty's Government have also agreed, with effect from 1985–86, to reintroduce a small programme of technical co-operation to provide a moderate number of training awards in the United Kingdom for El Salvadorean students.