The article discusses The Independent's commitment to cover crucial issues, including reproductive rights and international aid cuts. A cross-party committee has expressed concern over the UK government's decision to reduce development assistance aid from 0.5% to 0.3% of GN, resulting in the resignation of International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds. Chairwoman Sarah Champion highlights the potential negative impact on healthcare, education, and sustainable development, reiterating the necessity of financial support for journalism that informs the public about these significant topics.
A cross-party committee of MPs has written to Sir Keir Starmer about its deep concern over the cut to the aid budget.
Sarah Champion, chairwoman of the International Development Committee, said the brutal cut to funds risks undermining our soft power, as well as years of progress in areas such as healthcare, education, clean water and sustainable development.
International development minister Anneliese Dodds resigned in protest over the move, stating she disagreed with the decision for aid to absorb the entire burden.
Ms Champion said she wanted to express my committee's deep concern regarding the Government's decision on ODA, calling it a brutal further cut.
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