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Written question asked by Tam Dalyell (Labour) on Monday, 15 March 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 18 March 1999. It was answered by Derek Fatchett (Labour) on Thursday, 18 March 1999 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, for what reasons (a) disinfectant and (b) coffins are included in UN sanctions on Iraq.
Answer

Mr. Dalyell: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs for what reasons (a) disinfectant and (b) coffins are included in UN sanctions on Iraq. [77328] Mr. Fatchett: Under the UN "oil for food" programme, Iraq is allowed to import goods for essential civilian needs, such as disinfectant and coffins.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
77328; 327 c764W
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Iraq United Nations Sanctions Disinfectants Coffins