Written question asked by Lord Oates (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 September 2026. It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Friday, 11 September 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Partnership for a Lead-free Future
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to join UNICEF's Partnership for a Lead-Free Future.
- Answer
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The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office are aware of the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future, launched to help end childhood lead poisoning by 2040. The UK keeps opportunities to engage with relevant international initiatives under review, including where they align with our development, health and environmental objectives. No formal assessment has yet been made of the merits of UK membership of the Partnership, and no decision has been taken on whether the UK will join.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL2921
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Lead UNICEF Partnership for a Lead-Free Future
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- 2026-09-11 12:19:16 +0100
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