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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Nicholas Winterton (Conservative). It was answered by Gareth Thomas (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 March 2010 on behalf of the Department for International Development.


Zimbabwe

Question
What recent assessment he has made of the humanitarian situation in Zimbabwe.
Answer

This year, around 2 million people will receive food aid, compared with more than 7 million last year. While the situation has therefore improved, a poor harvest could substantially increase the numbers of people in need.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
506 c933 
319872 
Session
2009-10
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Development aid Zimbabwe
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk