Former Tory int'l development minister Alistair Burt is a class act. "The risk of further conflict, in giving the sense to Russia that it could act with impunity, would do far more damage to the world than any reduction in aid. This is no time to be partisan. Gov't made the decision it had to." ~AA - ThreadSky

bestforbritain.bsky.social • 3 days ago

Former Tory int'l development minister Alistair Burt is a class act.

"The risk of further conflict, in giving the sense to Russia that it could act with impunity, would do far more damage to the world than any reduction in aid. This is no time to be partisan. Gov't made the decision it had to." ~AA

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michaelgollop.bsky.social•3 days ago

What about Ed Davey's alternative suggestion of taxing the tech giants and social media companies in order to pay for the increase? Do you think that's a viable financial option (& I don't mean whether it's a likely political choice, given the craven attitude shown to them thus far.)

climatedaily1.bsky.social•3 days ago

With the US ending its aid, what is left from the rest of the world is important. It has already been cut by the previous government. If we want to live in a secure world, we have to pay for it. The world has changed - not just in terms of military security, but also on climate. Govern responsibly.

williemillersm1.bsky.social•3 days ago

You're saying the government couldn't raise the money, which isn't even close to being enough btw, any other way?

Right then.

helenstyle.bsky.social•3 days ago

It was the only possible decision imo. We’re between a rock and several hard places. Hands up who wants to pay higher taxes to fund overseas aid? Or cut the NHS?

remainvoter.bsky.social•3 days ago

Yes, if we were all more agreeable to fairly imposed taxes, things might be - might be- a bit easier.

stevecrowther.bsky.social•3 days ago

Politically, this was a soft target.

shauntompkins62.bsky.social•3 days ago

Used to be MP in a neighbouring constituency and despite not being a Conservative voter, was always approachable and courteous . One of Johnsons sacrifices for his beloved Brexit....and probably the main reason why they are where they are now.

tonyhelliar.bsky.social•2 days ago

Completely agree. I live in his former constituency and although not a Tory voter always found him decent and reasonable, two reasons he no longer fits the current Tory party.

freefran.bsky.social•3 days ago

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robertebrighton.bsky.social•3 days ago

This decision is very Reform friendly. They obvs get super hard for guns and camo cosplay, and they do love to talk about cutting foreign aid, because punching down on the foreigners is great, and in reality cutting foreign aid increases the push factors and will lead to more boats.

britishgymfan.bsky.social•3 days ago

Usually agree with what you post but have to disagree on this occasion

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