Zimbabwe

Lord Renton of Mount Harry Excerpts

Wednesday 10th November 2010 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Verma]

My Lords, it is up to the people of Zimbabwe to ensure that they hold their Government to account; we can only offer assistance to ensure that the processes are as fair as possible. However, we will offer assistance if it is asked for.

[Lord Renton of Mount Harry]

Does my noble friend agree that the best way for us to assist in the economic recovery in Zimbabwe would be to offer President Mugabe a safe, comfortable and well looked-after home in Britain?

[Baroness Verma]

My Lords, my noble friend’s suggestion is interesting but I think that I will not comment on it further.