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On the recordJuly 16, 2026
In a range of countries, we will transition away from spending high levels of grant ODA [overseas development assistance], but our ambition and effort will remain high – delivering through modernised partnerships, and making the most of what the UK has to offer.
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Yvette Cooper
Labour Party

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Explaining cuts in a written statement to parliament.

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