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Apsana Begum Excerpts
Tuesday 30th January 2024

(1 year ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrew Mitchell Portrait Mr Mitchell
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Yesterday, I spoke to the head of UNRWA, Philippe Lazzarini. I made the point that it is essential that his review—which of course he is not conducting; the UN is conducting it—is completed as fast as possible for the reasons the hon. Gentleman set out. I am reasonably confident that it can be conducted within the next two months, and the British Government are watching this carefully.

Apsana Begum Portrait Apsana Begum (Poplar and Limehouse) (Lab)
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Will the Minister confirm whether the Government have undertaken any further military action in Yemen since 11 January? If so, will he clarify whether the Government’s long-term plan includes committing to sustained military action in one of the poorest countries of the world?