The Bishop of Durham received the following written answer on 5th June 2023:
The Lord Bishop of Durham asked His Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the recent flooding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda; and what humanitarian and financial support they are providing in response.
Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Con): We are saddened by the loss of life in Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda which was caused by the devastating floods and landslides. The NGO consortium START, which the UK part funds, has committed £300k to the Rwanda flood response which will be implemented by Trócaire. START have also given £400k to the DRC flood response, to provide those who have lost their homes and livelihoods with cash to buy food and other basics for survival. In DRC the Red Cross, funded by the UK, are supporting with the recovery of bodies, and reuniting unaccompanied children with their families. The Minister of State for Development and Africa has sent WhatsApp messages to DRC Foreign Minister Lutundula and Rwandan Foreign Minister offering UK support and condolences.
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