Conservative plans to slash aid budget by 90% to ‘irreparably damage’ UK’s global credibility, charities say

The UK Conservative Party plans to cut the country's aid budget by 90%, reducing it from £9 billion to £1 billion per year. This drastic reduction would severely impact the UK's ability to meet its existing commitments to international organisations such as the UN and World Bank. The charities say this move would irreparably damage Britain's global credibility, making it harder for the country to influence international decisions and build trust with other nations.

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The planned 90% cut in the aid budget could lead to a significant reduction in funding for charities and aid organizations. This reduction in funding could have a negative impact on the sector as a whole, potentially leading to job losses and a decrease in

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