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Written question asked by Lord Cameron of Lochiel (Conservative) on Thursday, 23 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 August 2026. It was answered by Lord Wood of Anfield (Labour) on Friday, 31 July 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Development Aid: Devolution

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the Scottish Government about its use of its block grant on international development spending.

Answer

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has regular discussions with the Scottish Government on devolved issues, including their development programming. The FCDO offers support to the Scottish Government's development activity overseas, where such activities assist Ministers of the Crown under the terms of the Scotland Act.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2647
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Devolution Development aid Scotland
Link
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