Written question asked by Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 20 January 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 January 2022. It was answered by Amanda Milling (Conservative) on Friday, 28 January 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Peace

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of establishing a Peace Institute associated with the work of her Department.

Answer: As outlined in the Integrated Review (IR), the UK is committed to working to reduce the frequency and intensity of conflict and instability. The FCDO's Conflict Directorate, formed in response to this IR commitment, will support a more integrated HMG approach, and include provision of a specialist capability on peace process and mediation support. The UK has a vibrant and expert community of peacebuilding organisations, academics and practitioners. In line with the IR, the FCDO will seek to draw upon expertise from across this UK-based community and the wider sector globally.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 108621
Session: 2021-22
Subjects: Departmental responsibilities Peace Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk