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Written question asked by Matthew Offord (Conservative) on Thursday, 22 February 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 February 2018. It was answered by Alistair Burt (Conservative) on Thursday, 1 March 2018 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Iraq: Politics and Government

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what assistance his Department is providing to ensure good governance and democracy in Iraq.

Answer

Through the Conflict, Security and Stability Fund, the British Government supports the Government of Iraq to ensure that the governance and delivery of services in areas newly liberated from Daesh are more effective, responsive and legitimate. We are working with local political institutions to support their delivery of services such as healthcare, water, electricity, and education, and to create new job opportunities. We are also implementing projects which aim to improve the capability and accountability of local governments, particularly in Basra, Salaheldin, Ninewah and Anbar. These projects assist in providing better and more responsive governance for the Iraqi people including through improved service delivery and community conflict resolution.

We continue to encourage the Government of Iraq in their efforts to hold national elections on time this year (due 12 May) and ensure that these are inclusive, transparent and enable the Iraqi people to have their voice heard.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
129058
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Iraq Politics and government
Link
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