Concept

UN Central Emergency Response Fund

Properties

Alt label
  • Central Emergency Response Fund
  • CERF
SES ID
  • 13447
  • 51905
  • 51910
Notation
  • 13447
In scheme
Broader
Definition
  • UN stand-by fund to enable timely and reliable humanitarian assistance to victims of natural disasters and armed conflict. Managed by UN Emergency Relief Coordinator to complement, not replace, existing funding mechanisms. Formerly Central Emergency Revolving Fund. Upgraded Fund formally agreed at UN General Assembly 15 December 2005. Fund launched - HC Deb 9 March 2006 vol 443 c75-6WS. Financial details announced HC Deb 12 June 2006 vol 447 c49WS.