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UK Boosts Overseas Territories Aid by 41%, Cuts Global Support

4/9/2026

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The United Kingdom plans a 41% increase in aid to British Overseas Territories while cutting aid to poorer nations.
The government will cut aid budget from 0.5% to 0.3% of Gross National Income (GNI) by 2028.
Montserrat, Saint Helena, and Pitcairn will receive £130 million in 2026/7, up from £92 million in 2024/5.
Critics, including Euan Ritchie of the Center for Global Development, say funding is disproportionate to territorial wealth.

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The United Kingdom plans a 41% increase in aid to British Overseas Territories while cutting aid to poorer nations.
The government will cut aid budget from 0.5% to 0.3% of Gross National Income (GNI) by 2028.
Montserrat, Saint Helena, and Pitcairn will receive £130 million in 2026/7, up from £92 million in 2024/5.
Critics, including Euan Ritchie of the Center for Global Development, say funding is disproportionate to territorial wealth.