asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will make a statement regarding the reduction in Official Development Assistance, with particular reference to the impact that this will have on the bilateral assistance programme and the disaster relief fund; and whether this reduction of resources indicates a loss of commitment to its future funding.
Written Answers. - Bilateral Assistance Programme.
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The Government is committed to providing as much as it can for Official Development Assistance including the bilateral assistance programme and the disaster relief fund. The allocations for 1987 reflect the maximum possible amount within current budgetary constraints.