Burma: Britain pledges extra £12m

The UK Government has announced an extra £12 million in humanitarian assistance to aid victims of the Burma cyclone, bringing the total to £17 million so far.

International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander said: "The lives of many hundreds of thousands of people are at stake. We know that people are lacking the basics such as clean drinking water, food and healthcare. This additional £12 million will allow humanitarian teams on the ground to continue to deliver emergency assistance.

"The key priority is to deliver humanitarian aid as quickly as possible. The clock is ticking. This contribution shows our commitment to supporting the people of Burma. We will work to reach them, however difficult it is to get aid through to them.

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