Written question asked by Bill O'Brien (Labour) on Thursday, 29 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 April 2001. It was answered by Brian Wilson (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 April 2001 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, when he will publish his review of the sanctions imposed on Iraq; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Bill O'Brien: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs when he will publish his review of the sanctions imposed on Iraq; and if he will make a statement. [156775] Mr. Wilson: We continue to discuss Iraq policy with the US, other key partners and countries in the region. We wish to ensure the most effective policy to prevent Iraq from re-equipping its armed forces and re-building its WMD while minimising the effects of UN controls on the Iraqi people. Any adjustments to our policy would of course be announced.

Secondary information