Written question asked by Julia Drown (Labour) on Thursday, 15 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 March 2001. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Thursday, 29 March 2001 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question: To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, If he will make a statement on his recent announcement on the establishment of a purchase fund for global health. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Ms Drown: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on his recent announcement on the establishment of a purchase fund for global health. [154628] Miss Melanie Johnson: At the recent International Action Against Child Poverty conference that the UK hosted in London, the Chancellor announced a package of measures aimed at combating diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. Every year, about six million people--mostly in the world's poorest countries--die from these diseases. Alongside plans for a tax credit into vaccine and drug research, the Chancellor announced plans for a new global purchase fund to provide a credible commitment to create a market for current and future treatments for developing countries. The Government will work closely with other governments, the G8 and international institutions to develop these proposals.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 154628; 365 c768-9W
Session: 2000-01
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Developing countries Development aid Finance Diseases Disease control International cooperation HIV/AIDS Tuberculosis Malaria Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
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