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International Assistance

Asked by Christine JardineLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 19 December 2024UIN 19751

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if the Government will take steps to re-establish a separate department for International Development.

Answered by Anneliese Dodds

As set out in the 2024 Labour Party manifesto, the Government's plans are to strengthen international development work within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

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