Czech Cabinet to discuss increased aid for refugees

The Czech government is planning to release 100 million crowns by the end of this year to help countries worst hit by the refugee crisis. A further 68 million crowns for the same purpose should be found for next year according to a proposal to be put to the Czech Cabinet on Monday. Part of the money will contribute to EU funds established to help refugees in Syria and Africa. Fund will also be directed towards the World Food Programme and the United Nations High Commission for Refugees, which is providing a large part of the help in Syrian camps.

Author: Chris Johnstone