International Development Committee

I sit on the International Development Select Committee, which is dedicated to scrutinising and holding the Government to account in the decisions it takes across all areas of international development work. Through inquiries and evidence sessions, we work with domestic and global partners to ensure that support can be provided to the most vulnerable communities across the world, including those impacted by war, natural disasters, and environmental crises.

International development has faced real challenges in recent years, from cuts to the US and UK aid budgets to questions over how support is delivered and who it truly benefits. I believe the UK must remain a constructive partner in addressing poverty, inequality, and climate change, but we must do so in a way that is transparent, accountable, and rooted in genuine partnership rather than one-sided solutions.

In this role, I contribute to:

• Building international dialogue on shared global challenges such as climate, conflict, and inequality.
• Encouraging collaboration that respects the voices and priorities of partner countries.
• Promoting sustainable development that supports resilience, fairness, and long-term growth.

Through the Select Committee, I work to ensure the UK continues to use its soft power of influence across the world to play its part in shaping fairer international systems that recognise our responsibilities, support those most in need, and help deliver a more sustainable and secure future for all.