§ 16. Dr. Julian LewisTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what assessment she has made of the humanitarian implications of a conflict with Iraq. [84702]
§ Clare ShortMy Department is engaged in regular contingency planning for a variety of potential humanitarian emergencies around the world. In the case of Iraq, we are considering a wide range of contingencies, which take into account the present humanitarian situation in the country. No decision has been taken to launch military action against Iraq and military action is not inevitable.
§ 25. Angela WatkinsonTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development what discussions her Department has had with the UN regarding humanitarian contingency planning for a potential war in Iraq. [84711]
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§ Clare ShortMy Department has regular discussions with the UN on general contingency preparedness planning for a variety of eventualities and in a number of countries where it works. In the case of Iraq, the UN is preparing for all eventualities. No decision has been taken to launch military action against Iraq and military action is not inevitable.