HC Deb 01 November 2001 vol 373 c772W
Dr. Tonge

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development if she will make a statement on food security in southern Sudan for the next six months. [11159]

Clare Short

It is harvest time now in southern Sudan. Present indications for the next six months throughout most of the area look better than in some previous years. We will continue to monitor needs and respond accordingly.

Dr. Tonge

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development what plans she has to visit southern Sudan. [11158]

Clare Short

I am considering a visit to Sudan if it will help encourage progress towards peace.