Pleased to be able to report that I have received from Kevin Barron a copy of the reply from Mark Simmonds MP, Minister for Africa on his response to issues in the Central African Republic. It details the government’s response and intentions in a number of areas.

Even more pleased today to receive confirmation from my MP that he has, on the requests of many of his constituents, written to William Hague, Secretary of State, regarding concerns about the collective punishment being meted out against Palestinians.

Thank you Mr Barron. Credit given where it’s due.