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Written question asked by Baroness Berridge (Conservative) on Monday, 1 April 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 April 2019. It was answered by Lord Bates (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 April 2019 on behalf of the Department for International Development.

Middle East: British Nationals Abroad

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the humanitarian conditions for British children living in refugee camps in Syria or in territory that was formerly part of the sovereign states of Syria or Iraq.

Answer

The UK remains deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation throughout the region, including for vulnerable groups such as women and children. We are aware of a significant number of minors residing in refugee and internally displaced persons camps in former Daesh held areas.

Limited access and harsh winter conditions continue to exacerbate humanitarian need. Access to food, sanitation, healthcare, shelter and education remain core concerns in the international response. In 2018/19, we provided over £40 million to address basic-life saving needs in North East Syria. Since 2014, DFID has committed over £250 million in humanitarian support to Iraq, providing a vital lifeline of emergency food, shelter, medical care and clean water.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL14932
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Children British nationals abroad Iraq Syria Migrant camps
Link
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