Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Northover (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 22 November 2011.

Gaza

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessments they have received of the nutritional state of children in Gaza.

Answer: The situation in Gaza remains fragile, with 66 per cent of the population dependent on food aid. While we have not received any assessments specifically on the nutritional state of children in Gaza, we are aware that children's growth and health are particularly susceptible to the effects of an inadequate diet. Our support to the World Food Programme will provide food vouchers to 5,750 poor households. For just $18.50 per person, these vouchers cover 70 per cent of a household's food needs for a month.

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