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BibleLands,
the largest U.K non-governmental provider of financial support
to the Holy Land, has added its voice to the calls for an end
to the blockade of the Gaza Strip.
Chief Executive,
Nigel Edward-Few, said, ‘The humanitarian situation in Gaza is
critical and as the largest U.K non-governmental provider of
support to the region, we are well aware of the impact of the
political situation on the lives of civilians.
‘Our Overseas
Partners’ reports show the daily struggle which they face as
they seek to serve their communities. Shortages of
electricity and fuel as well as medical supplies, along with a
reliance on food aid endanger the work of the hospitals we
support. The stories of individuals often get swallowed up in
the political news agenda and we have a duty to make sure
their voices are heard’.
He added, ‘It is
worth noting that due to the political situation many of the
grants we supply have been unable to reach our Overseas
Partners in the region. This clearly has an impact on the
services which they can provide to their communities’.
For
further information and comment contact
Emma Boucher
Press and PR
Officer
01494 897910
emma.boucher@biblelands.org.uk
Chief Executive,
Nigel Edward-Few, is available for radio and television
interviews, and further comment.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
BibleLands
is the largest non-governmental provider of support to the
Holy Land and has been working in the region since 1854.
BibleLands
is a Christian agency working in partnership with over 50
project partners in the lands of the Bible, primarily Israel
and Palestine, Egypt and Lebanon. BibleLands seeks to
enable and resource local Christians to respond strategically
and effectively to the changing needs of the region and its
people through education, health and community development. |