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Provisional Statistics on International Development 2021

28 April 2022

Proposing MP
James Cleverly Con
Braintree
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses provisional UK aid spend in 2021 and the reduction from 0.7% to 0.5% of GNI on Official Development Assistance (ODA).

Action Requested

The Government intends to return to spending 0.7% of GNI on ODA as soon as the fiscal situation allows, when borrowing for day-to-day spending is not necessary and underlying debt is falling.

Key Facts

  • The UK spent almost £11.5 billion on Official Development Assistance (ODA) in 2021.
  • This represents 0.5% of Gross National Income (GNI).
  • The reduction from 0.7% to 0.5% of GNI was confirmed by the former Foreign Secretary in November 2020 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the UK’s economy.
  • A debate on the proposed course of action and pathway back to 0.7% took place on 13 July 2021, which was approved by the House.
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