(11 years, 5 months ago)
Commons ChamberThe Government share the hon. Gentleman’s concerns about the nature and scale of the demolitions. I am pleased to say, however, that we have contributed to the construction of a number of schools in Gaza, where we hope children will be educated without their premises ever being demolished.
T1. If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.
(11 years, 8 months ago)
Commons ChamberThe structures are sorely stretched, which is why we continue to support the Palestinian Authority, and of course we also urge other donors, particularly the Arab states, to carry their fair share of commitment, because if the Palestinian Authority were to collapse there is a serious danger that all prospects of proper peace negotiations would collapse as well.
4. What discussions she has had with her counterparts in the UN on reinstating bilateral aid to Mali.