Written question asked by John Battle (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 May 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 May 2006. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 May 2006 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Colombia

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence pursuant to the answer of 18 April 2006, Official Report, column 4W, on Colombia, by what criteria the level and nature of UK military assistance and training to Colombia is reviewed.

Answer: The level and nature of our military assistance to Colombia is based, and regularly reviewed on: the identification of training needs in the Colombian armed forces through our discussions with the Colombian authorities; the capacity and expertise the UK has to provide such training; and our satisfaction that those undertaking it have not been involved in activities that violate human rights, aid internal repression nor are in collusion with illegal armed groups.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 69428; 446 c298W
Session: 2005-06
Related items: Colombia
Wednesday, 12 July 2006
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Colombia Military aid
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk