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20 December 2016

6285 GB adults surveyed

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The UK currently spends some of its overseas aid budget through World Bank funds, aimed at reducing poverty through things like infrastructure, education and provide funds for small businesses in developing countries. Critics have claimed that how the World Bank actually uses the money is unclear, and money is being spent there just to hit Britain's aid target. Others have said that the World Bank has the reach and expertise to ensure the money is spend properly on reducing poverty. Which of the following best reflects your view?

Conducted 20 December 2016

YouGov surveyed 6285 GB adults

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17%
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41%
The UK currently spends some of its overseas aid budget through World Bank funds, aimed at reducing poverty through things like infrastructure, education and provide funds for small businesses in developing countries. Critics have claimed that how the World Bank actually uses the money is unclear, and money is being spent there just to hit Britain's aid target. Others have said that the World Bank has the reach and expertise to ensure the money is spend properly on reducing poverty. Which of the following best reflects your view?

Conducted 20 December 2016

YouGov surveyed 6285 GB adults

By:
12%
17%
30%
41%

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