Commenting on the One Nation Caucus “Global Britain and Development” report on priorities for the UK’s foreign and development policies, Prof Melissa Leach, Director, Institute of Development Studies said:
‘Since the merger of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office with the Department for International Development, there has been intense debate on the implications for the future of the UK in global policy. As a leading research institute for international development, we welcome many of the report’s recommendations, specifically the need for a Cabinet level Minister for International Development and a dedicated ODA parliamentary select committee, to ensure the important role of scrutiny of ODA spending across all government departments.
“Overall we believe that UK Aid must remain evidence-based and focused on the poorest, working with international partners and multi-laterals to tackle the most pressing global challenges, such as climate change and pandemics.”
Notes to Editors
- The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) delivers world-class research, learning and teaching that transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally. See ids.ac.uk for more information.
- The One Nation was written by Conservative MPs: Anthony Mangnall MP, Jeremy Hunt MP, Theo Clarke MP, Laura Farris MP, Sir Malcolm Rifkind, Andrew Mitchell MP and Nickie Aiken MP.
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