§ Mr. Stephen TwiggTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development if she will make further aid to the Palestinian National Authority conditional on a reduction in corruption; and if she will make a statement. [156897]
§ Clare ShortAll UK aid is provided in a way which is well protected against corruption.
The people of the West Bank and Gaza are suffering badly from the effects of the current conflict and the economic sanctions imposed by Israel. We will continue to provide help to reduce poverty and support democratic and accountable government in the West Bank and Gaza.