§ 28. Angela SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what discussions she has had with representatives of the United States Government regarding medical services in Cuba. [115457]
§ Clare ShortI have not held discussions with the United States Government regarding medical services in Cuba. The United Kingdom Government are committed to providing medical care and equipment through the European Community Humanitarian Office (ECHO). The EC is the largest aid donor to Cuba and provided US$15.2 million in official development assistance (ODA) in 1998. In 1997, (the latest figures available) the UK share of the EC's £12.39 million aid programme to Cuba was £1.85 million.