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Written question asked by Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 22 January 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 January 2019 (named day). It was answered by Harriett Baldwin (Conservative) on Monday, 28 January 2019 on behalf of the Department for International Development.


Zimbabwe: Violence

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for International Development, what international support is being made available to Zimbabwe in light of recent civil unrest and disproportionate use of force by the security forces of that country.

Answer

The UK aid programme in Zimbabwe provides specialised medical, counselling and legal assistance as well as extensive financial and technical assistance to a number of civil society organisations aimed at protecting and promoting human rights and upholding Zimbabwe’s democratic principles. In addition, we continue to provide humanitarian assistance and support to basic service provision to benefit the poorest Zimbabweans.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
211262
Session
2017-19
Subjects
International assistance Violence Zimbabwe
Link
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