Bad earthquake in Nepal
Discussion
Just heard back from OH's sister, wasn't too bad, there is not a lot left standing this time anyway, UN are 'officially' moving all staff to Bangkok shortly as they can't maintain anyone in Nepal and drain its resources when locals need them more.
Specialist earthquake team will be taking over.
Specialist earthquake team will be taking over.
Nepal's PM wanted our money - but not helicopters!
http://news.sky.com/story/1485914/nepals-pm-ban-on...
F*cking disgraceful.
http://news.sky.com/story/1485914/nepals-pm-ban-on...
F*cking disgraceful.
The Don of Croy said:
How much will it be costing the UK Gov't to send out the Chinooks (+ support staff) and then return them to Blighty? Anyone hazard a figure?
Or does it get billed to the overseas aid budget?
Considering it's 'Gurkha land' out there this is one of the few times I agree with overseas aid.Or does it get billed to the overseas aid budget?
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