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We are a cross-party group of MPs working together to scrutinise the UK Government's work on international development policy. See what we're working on👇
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Joined December 2012
In a joint letter with @CommonsForeign and @CommonsCMS, we urge the government to guarantee funding for the BBC World Service to continue delivering life-saving information to vulnerable people and essential educational resources to children without access to education.
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"While news of a ceasefire is encouraging, the situation on the ground in Gaza and the West Bank remains alarming.”. We have published our report on Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Find out what we have recommended to the Government.👇.
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The Government response to our predecessor Committee's inquiry on the UK's small island developing states strategy has been published. Read more👇.
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We have published the Government response to our predecessor Committee's inquiry on the @FCDOGovUK and disability-inclusive development. Read the response👇.
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📢 The deadline for submitting written evidence to our inquiry into humanitarian access and compliance to international humanitarian law has been extended to 22 January. Have your say. Submit your evidence here:
We have launched an inquiry examining humanitarian access and compliance with international humanitarian law. Find out more.
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📢 The deadline for submitting written evidence to our inquiry into the FCDO’s approach to value for money has been extended to 14 January. Contribute to our inquiry by submitting your evidence here:
What does Value for Money mean to the @FCDOGovUK?. Follow our inquiry for insights on achieving greater efficiency within ODA budget constraints.
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Today, we asked @AnnelieseDodds why the UK should be spending money on overseas aid. Listen to her answer.
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Watch us question Philip Barton, Permanent Under-Secretary, and Nick Dyer, Second Permanent Under-Secretary, followed by @AnnelieseDodds, Minister of State for Development. Watch live:
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The deadline to submit evidence to the committee for our inquiry into the @FCDOGovUK's approach to value for money is tomorrow. Don’t miss the chance to have your voice heard.
What does Value for Money mean to the @FCDOGovUK?. Follow our inquiry for insights on achieving greater efficiency within ODA budget constraints.
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Tomorrow, we’ll host two panels on the @FCDOGovUK's development work and UK aid spending. We’ll question Philip Barton, Permanent Under-Secretary, and Nick Dyer, Second Permanent Under-Secretary. Then, we’ll question @AnnelieseDodds, Minister of State for Development.
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Yesterday @jonathancmunro spoke about the BBC World Service's work around health and education, highlighting a story of human endeavour. Watch the full session:
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Today we took evidence on the BBC World Service's vital role in educating girls worldwide, particularly in regions where girls' access to education is limited.
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Tune in to our joint session with @CommonsForeign and @CommonsCMS, discussing the future of the BBC World Service. Watch live:
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Tomorrow, we will hold a joint session with @CommonsForeign and @CommonsCMS to discuss the future of the BBC World Service. Find out more:
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Following the pre-appointment hearing last week, we have endorsed Jillian Popkins' appointment as ICAI Chief Commissioner. Read our report for more detail:
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Tune in as the Committee questions the Government’s preferred candidate for the Chief Commissioner for the Independent Commission for Aid Impact, @icai_uk. Watch live:
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RT @TheHouseMag: Israel risks breaking international law by banning UNRWA.✍️ @SarahChampionMP .
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Today we heard from Mr Brieuc Pont, @byypont, Special Envoy on Nutrition and Secretary General of the "Nutrition for Growth" Summit that increasing nutrition funding is the most cost effective policy for development. Watch the full session:
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Tune into our session on how the international community can deliver on it's goal to eradicate global hunger by 2030. Watch here:
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Today, we have launched an inquiry examining the @FCDOGovUK's approach to displaced people. We will consider how well the UK’s overseas aid supports refugees and other displaced people around the world. Find out more:
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