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UK spending on foreign aid hits lowest level since 2008
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Summary
UK foreign aid spending has fallen to its lowest level since 2008, dropping to 0.43% of national income in 2025. Provisional data indicates a £1 billion decrease from the previous year, down from 0.5%. Humanitarian experts warn that the cuts are costing lives.
Key Facts
- •UK foreign aid spending fell to 0.43% of national income in 2025, matching the low level of 2008.[1]confirmed
- •Total aid spending decreased by £1 billion compared to the previous year.[1]confirmed
- •Humanitarian experts warn that the reduction in aid budget is costing lives.[1]confirmed
[1] Guardian World
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United KingdomUnited Kingdom, Europe
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UK foreign aid spending has fallen to its lowest level since 2008, dropping to 0.43% of national income in 2025. Provisional data indicates a £1 billion decrease from the previous year, down from 0.5%. Humanitarian experts warn that the cuts are costing lives.
- • UK foreign aid spending fell to 0.43% of national income in 2025, matching the low level of 2008.
- • Total aid spending decreased by £1 billion compared to the previous year.
- • Humanitarian experts warn that the reduction in aid budget is costing lives.