§ Sir John StanleyTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what reports her Department has received about plans by the Botswanan authorities to move Kalahari bushmen out of the central Kalahari game reserve; and if she will make a statement. [9919]
§ Clare Short[holding answer 23 July 1997]: My Department is aware of and concerned about the resettlement programme for bushmen living in the central Kalahari game reserve. We have offered to finance a conference in Botswana to discuss these issues with all parties including the bushmen, and to help develop solutions. We would welcome any suggestions the hon. Member might wish to put forward.