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What damage did the floods cause, what aid has the UK announced, and what is the future of UK aid to Nepal?
What damage did the floods cause, what aid has the UK announced, and what is the future of UK aid to Nepal?
In 2026, the Southern Transitional Council collapsed in the south, Houthi-Saudi/Yemen government fighting resumed, and humanitarian need is high.
In 2026, the Southern Transitional Council collapsed in the south, Houthi-Saudi/Yemen government fighting resumed, and humanitarian need is high.
The UK spent 18% of its aid budget supporting refugees in the UK in 2025. This drew criticism from aid groups and committees. What is the government response?
The UK spent 18% of its aid budget supporting refugees in the UK in 2025. This drew criticism from aid groups and committees. What is the government response?
Assad had been militarily reliant on Russia and Iran. Since his fall, the UK has been among those to engage with the interim government and lift many sanctions.
Assad had been militarily reliant on Russia and Iran. Since his fall, the UK has been among those to engage with the interim government and lift many sanctions.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what criteria his Department uses to evaluate whether non-emergency international development projects represent effective use of public funds.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what criteria his Department uses to evaluate whether non-emergency international development projects represent effective use of public funds.
Official Development Assistance (ODA) is focused where it can have the greatest impact, supporting the most vulnerable and advancing our modern development approach.
Effectiveness and value for money are assessed on an ongoing basis as part of embedded processes, and we continue to improve the effectiveness of all UK aid. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Programme Operating Framework maximises the impact of aid through consideration of various factors including, where appropriate, independent evaluations which are framed around the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Development Assistance Committee (DAC) criteria of: relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability. ODA programmes undergo an annual review of effectiveness using a results framework. To assess value for money and inform decision-making throughout the programme lifecycle, we use a mix of quantitative data and qualitative information. As part of our ODA transparency commitments, these are published to the Development Tracker website, which further supports aid effectiveness by providing information to inform other donors' spending decisions.
Sets out the potential effects of climate change on global development goals, UK Government aid strategies on climate change, and how UK aid is spent.
Sets out the potential effects of climate change on global development goals, UK Government aid strategies on climate change, and how UK aid is spent.
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they intend to take to ensure that their priorities are furthered by multilateral official development assistance spending contributions; and how will UK contributions will be recognised.
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they intend to take to ensure that their priorities are furthered by multilateral official development assistance spending contributions; and how will UK contributions will be recognised.
The Government remains committed to multilateral institutions. I refer the noble Baroness to the reply to HL2775, which affirms the Foreign Secretary's commitment to international institutions, as set out in a statement on 21 July. On 27 July, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office announced that the Foreign Secretary will take on the role of UK Governor to the World Bank, which provides around $100 billion in finance per year. In the announcement, the Foreign Secretary stated that in taking on this role, he wishes to send an unambiguous signal regarding this Government's commitment to global leadership on development and climate.
Describes the effects of the conflict in Ukraine and the number of refugees leaving the country, alongside what aid the UK and others have pledged from 2022.
Describes the effects of the conflict in Ukraine and the number of refugees leaving the country, alongside what aid the UK and others have pledged from 2022.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the role of access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene in supporting global health, economic development and climate resilience, and what discussions has she had with the World...
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the role of access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene in supporting global health, economic development and climate resilience, and what discussions has she had with the World...
The UK is working with international partners to build global ambition on water security and support preparations for a successful and action-orientated 2026 UN Water Conference.
We recognise the critical importance of water security, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) for progress on health, health security, women and girls, economic growth, climate and nature and the Sustainable Development Goals, and we welcome the new Water Forward initiative launched at the World Bank Spring Meetings. We are working with Multilateral Development Banks to drive access to climate-resilient and inclusive WASH services and attract additional financial resources to the sector, including from private investors, to accelerate progress and scale up results. We will also continue to support WASH through our recently established Communities of Expertise, working with partner countries to build more resilient, sustainable and equitable health systems and support healthier lives.
Priorities for the UK's 2027 G20 Presidency will be set out in the usual way in due course.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the UK's role in international efforts towards turtle conservation.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the UK's role in international efforts towards turtle conservation.
Through international agreements and fora, including the Convention on Migratory Species and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, the UK supports coordinated action to protect marine turtles throughout their range.
The UK’s Biodiversity Challenge Funds also support international turtle conservation by funding projects that protect turtle populations and habitats while supporting local communities. Examples include projects to strengthen turtle conservation capacity in Indonesia, plastic waste management on Diego Garcia and work to reduce illegal capture and killing of threatened turtles in Bangladesh. These projects help build local conservation expertise, improve species protection and support sustainable management of marine ecosystems.
Additionally, programmes such as the FCDO’s Blue Belt Programme, supports vital turtle conservation efforts in the UK Overseas Territories, including specific research projects on Ascension Island, home to one of the largest green turtle colonies on earth.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her department is taking to aid international conservation efforts supporting turtle populations.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her department is taking to aid international conservation efforts supporting turtle populations.
Through international agreements and fora, including the Convention on Migratory Species and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, the UK supports coordinated action to protect marine turtles throughout their range.
The UK’s Biodiversity Challenge Funds also support international turtle conservation by funding projects that protect turtle populations and habitats while supporting local communities. Examples include projects to strengthen turtle conservation capacity in Indonesia, plastic waste management on Diego Garcia and work to reduce illegal capture and killing of threatened turtles in Bangladesh. These projects help build local conservation expertise, improve species protection and support sustainable management of marine ecosystems.
Additionally, programmes such as the FCDO’s Blue Belt Programme, supports vital turtle conservation efforts in the UK Overseas Territories, including specific research projects on Ascension Island, home to one of the largest green turtle colonies on earth.
To ask His Majesty's Government what financial contribution has the UK made, or plans to make, to help the humanitarian appeals for assistance following the recent earthquakes in Venezuela.
To ask His Majesty's Government what financial contribution has the UK made, or plans to make, to help the humanitarian appeals for assistance following the recent earthquakes in Venezuela.
I refer the Noble Lord to the Written Ministerial Statement on the UK response to the Venezuela earthquakes, laid before the House on 6 July 2026 (HCWS185), which sets out the Government's financial contribution and wider support for the humanitarian response.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the written statement of 1 July 2026, on Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026, HCWS173, whether the payments relating to the EU Flagship Fund and EU Anti-Corruption Initiative will involve direct UK Exchequer contributions to the European Union.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the written statement of 1 July 2026, on Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026, HCWS173, whether the payments relating to the EU Flagship Fund and EU Anti-Corruption Initiative will involve direct UK Exchequer contributions to the European Union.
No. UK payments will go directly to the fund and initiative in question.
To ask His Majesty's Government what contribution the United Kingdom is making to international discussions on the future development of international law relating to conflict-related sexual violence.
To ask His Majesty's Government what contribution the United Kingdom is making to international discussions on the future development of international law relating to conflict-related sexual violence.
Conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) is prohibited under international law and can constitute a war crime, a crime against humanity, or an act of genocide. The Government considers that existing international legal frameworks provide an important basis for preventing and responding to CRSV, but challenges remain in ensuring accountability and tackling impunity. The UK therefore supports efforts to strengthen the international legal architecture, including through negotiations towards a future Crimes Against Humanity Convention. The UK has played an active role in these discussions and engaged survivors and civil society to help ensure future developments reflect survivor-centred approaches and strengthen accountability.
July 2026 marks one year since USAID’s closure. The world’s major aid donors – Germany, the UK, France, Japan and the US – are all cutting their aid budgets.
July 2026 marks one year since USAID’s closure. The world’s major aid donors – Germany, the UK, France, Japan and the US – are all cutting their aid budgets.
To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Answer by Baroness Chapman of Darlington on 16 June (HL Deb col 140), what assessment they have made of the report by the US Department of State Steps Taken by the Palestinian Authority to Counter Incitement of Violence against Israelis and to Promote...
To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Answer by Baroness Chapman of Darlington on 16 June (HL Deb col 140), what assessment they have made of the report by the US Department of State Steps Taken by the Palestinian Authority to Counter Incitement of Violence against Israelis and to Promote...
Further to the answer provided on 13 November 2025 to Question HL11575, we continue to await the results of the forthcoming independent audit into the Palestinian Authority's welfare programme, and it remains crucial for them to deliver their ambitious and necessary 'National Program for Development and Reform' rapidly and in full. A reformed Palestinian Authority is vital to the success of the Two State-Solution.
Global aid is falling. The conference compact said more funding, from more diverse sources, should be raised and collaboration on development goals increased.
Global aid is falling. The conference compact said more funding, from more diverse sources, should be raised and collaboration on development goals increased.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of UK (a) bilateral and (b) multilateral assistance to Pakistan on (i) improvements in freedom of religion or belief and (ii) protection of minority communities.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of UK (a) bilateral and (b) multilateral assistance to Pakistan on (i) improvements in freedom of religion or belief and (ii) protection of minority communities.
The UK is committed to defending freedom of religion or belief for all in Pakistan, and we regularly raise the rights and safety of religious minorities with the Government of Pakistan at the highest levels. UK assistance to Pakistan is delivered through trusted partners, subject to due diligence and regularly reviewed; it supports work that promotes interfaith dialogue and tackles online hate speech, helping protect vulnerable minority communities. We will continue to urge Pakistan to guarantee the rights of all people in accordance with international standards.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with her Israeli counterpart on access to Gaza for a) Palestinian doctors and b) international doctors.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with her Israeli counterpart on access to Gaza for a) Palestinian doctors and b) international doctors.
I refer the Hon Member to the statement to the House I made on 5 January, and to the joint statement issued by the Foreign Secretary and several of her counterparts on 30 December, available on GOV.UK here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/jointstatementon-the-gaza-humanitarian-response.