HC Deb 07 May 2003 vol 404 c733W
9. Rev. Martin Smyth

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development what role her Department is playing in the de-mining operations in Sudan. [111524]

Clare Short

DFID has provided £1.4 million for mine action in Sudan over the last year. This support was given through the UN Mine Action Service for mine clearance in the Nuba Mountains region, where there is a ceasefire, and to prepare for further mine action throughout Sudan.