§ Mr. Harry GreenwayTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what account is taken of human rights' records of recipient countries in allocating the aid budget; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydRespect for human rights is a part of our good government policy and an important condition for achieving sustainable development. It is one of the main factors we take into account in deciding where aid resources should be allocated.