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Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 3:31 pm on 14 November 1996.

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Photo of Mr Michael Portillo Mr Michael Portillo , Enfield, Southgate 3:31, 14 November 1996

I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his support. The outline of the answer to his question is at least clear. We are deploying under chapter 7, which gives us the more robust rules of engagement; our objective is to enable aid to reach the people who are starving; and if some people stand in our way, they must be prepared to face the consequences of their action.