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British Council Annual Report and Accounts 2024-25
26 March 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the funding and support for the British Council's activities in the 2024-25 financial year.
Action Requested
The FCDO has announced that ODA funding for the British Council will be protected at current levels until 2028/29, while non-ODA funding will increase by £40 million over the same period. This supports the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation and recognises its continuing financial pressures.
Key Facts
- The British Council received £162.5m core grant-in-aid from the FCDO in 2024/25.
- ODA funding for the British Council will be protected at current levels up to the end of 2028/29.
- Non-ODA funding for the British Council will increase by £40 million over three years.
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