HC Deb 08 December 1999 vol 340 cc576-7W
10. Mr. White

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development what assessment she has made of the situation in Angola; and if she will make a statement. [100357]

Clare Short

The situation in Angola is grim. Some 3.7 million people are affected by the war. Many are facing serious malnutrition. The continuing insecurity remains a major obstacle to aid reaching some in greatest need. A lasting peace is the only answer. We have committed about £7.5 million in humanitarian assistance this year.