Written question asked by Humfrey Malins (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 October 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 October 2002. It was answered by John Healey (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 October 2002 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question: To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions he has had with ministers concerning opium production in Afghanistan and its likely effect on the availability of heroin in Britain; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Malins: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he has had with ministers concerning opium production in Afghanistan and its likely effect on the availability of heroin in Britain; and if he will make a statement. [75420] Mr. John Healey: Regular meetings are held at both Ministerial and official level to discuss a range of issues concerning Afghanistan, including opium production, poverty relief, reconstruction and security sector reform.

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