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NGOs free to speak out against UK aid cuts 'without fear,' FCDO insists

Though some organizations have told Devex they were warned against discussing cuts publicly, an FCDO official now says it won't jeopardize their standing with the department.

In Brief: UK aid cut 'could last several years'

A new report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies predicts aid cuts could have more staying power than many in the sector hoped.

UK aid fell by £712M in 2020, government statistics show

Campaigners say a new report is a "missed opportunity" to provide transparency around the past year's aid cuts.

UK aid spending on CDC Group comes under scrutiny

As many other aid programs face severe funding cuts, some question whether the development finance instrument should be receiving millions.

UK government quietly halves funding for major human rights program

The move comes despite a commitment to human rights by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

Exclusive: NGOs say FCDO gagging them on aid cuts

The lack of transparency around the U.K. aid cuts has been a major concern for NGOs.

UK aid cuts: IPPF clinic closures will mean 2.7 million unsafe abortions

IPPF Director General Dr. Alvaro Bermejo tells Devex the U.K. government aid cuts belie its rhetoric about making girls' education a priority.

Opinion: The UK is undoing its good work on international development

As the scale of the United Kingdom's aid cuts is increasingly revealed, it is going to be impossible for the country to claim any leadership on international development.

Tony Blair: UK aid cuts and DFID closure a 'long-term strategic mistake'

Former Prime Minister says U.K.'s decisions will "downgrade" its position in the development space.

In Brief: FCDO launches new measures to support sexual abuse survivors

The British government says it is sending a "tough message to abusers" with a new slate of support programs for those exploited by aid workers.

In Brief: FCDO Minister Cleverly hints UK MPs won't get to vote on aid cuts

New development legislation is thought to be essential to Britain's recent aid cuts. But one minister is casting doubt on the already unclear timeline.

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