Written question asked by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 10 March 2026. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Monday, 9 March 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Sudan: Food Insecurity

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what they are doing to ensure that nutrition remains a properly funded priority within their development portfolio for the people of Sudan.

Answer: I refer the Noble Baroness to the statement made by the Foreign Secretary on 19 February before the UN Security Council on Sudan. She highlighted the continued work the UK is doing as the third largest bilateral donor to Sudan, on securing humanitarian access across Sudan and on protecting civilians and humanitarian operations, as well as holding to account those who are perpetrating or profiting from the appalling atrocities committed in Sudan. I will continue to keep the House updated on the actions the UK is taking alongside our international partners to secure a ceasefire in Sudan, and support the humanitarian needs of its people, including the millions currently suffering from food insecurity and starvation.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL14830
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Sudan: Humanitarian Situation and Security
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Written questions
House of Lords
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Nutrition Sudan Food insecurity
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