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Written question asked by Lisa Nandy (Labour) on Friday, 16 February 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 20 February 2024. It was answered by Andrew Mitchell (Conservative) on Monday, 26 February 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Somalia: Food Supply

Question

To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, what assessment he has made of the food security situation in Somalia as of 16 February 2024; and what steps his Department is taking to help support those most in need.

Answer

Food insecurity levels in Somalia remain high, driven by climate change and conflict. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification assessment estimates that 4 million Somalis are facing high levels of food insecurity in the first three months of 2024.

The UK is providing £53.5 million in lifesaving humanitarian support this financial year, including £16.5 million for El Niño response efforts. We are also tackling the drivers of food insecurity to prevent future crises. In November, the Prime Minister announced up to £100 million in funding for Somalia to increase resilience to future climate shocks over the next four years.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14052
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Food supply Somalia Food aid
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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