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Written question asked by Stephen Morgan (Labour) on Friday, 15 March 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 March 2024. It was answered by James Heappey (Conservative) on Monday, 25 March 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Middle East: Humanitarian Aid

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking with the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs to increase the number of aid shipments to the Middle East.

Answer

Defence works very closely with and to support the FCDO, who lead on humanitarian support, to make sure that aid shipments are delivered as rapidly, efficiently and safely as possible. We have supported the delivery of hundreds of tonnes of life-saving aid for Gaza, including by air, land and maritime routes. We are doing everything we can to get far more aid in, exploring new routes and pressing Israel to open more crossings and lift restrictions. The Secretaries of State regularly engage on this matter.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18935
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Humanitarian aid Middle East Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Link
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