HL Deb 24 July 2001 vol 626 cc201-2WA
Lord Alton

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What funding has been made available to Tristan Da Cunha following the damage inflicted by the recent hurricane; and, in particular, what medical provision is currently available on the island. [HL209]

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Baroness Amos)

We provided £75,000 to help with storm damage. This included repairs to the hospital and replacement of damaged medical equipment. A doctor and nursing staff are available on the island.