Yesterday, I had the privilege of leading a parliamentary debate focused on the UK’s funding commitments to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. These organisations are cornerstones of the global health system, delivering life-saving vaccines, treatments, and prevention programmes to the world’s most vulnerable populations. It is critical that the UK continues to play its part in supporting their work.
In the debate, I highlighted the enormous impact that Gavi and the Global Fund have had in tackling infectious diseases across the globe. Together, they have helped immunise over a billion children, cut AIDS-related deaths by more than half, and contributed to a 42% decline in malaria mortality since 2000. Their success stories are proof of what coordinated global efforts can achieve when backed by meaningful investment.
British support for these organisations has not only saved lives abroad but also strengthened health systems in fragile states, reduced the risk of future pandemics, and demonstrated the power of international cooperation. Continued funding is not just an act of charity – it is an investment in global security and resilience.
The debate showed strong cross-party support for the UK’s involvement in Gavi and the Global Fund, with MPs from across the political spectrum recognising the extraordinary value of these organisations. This consensus is heartening, and I hope it translates into sustained government action and renewed financial pledges. Global health is not a partisan issue – it is a shared human responsibility.
For those interested in viewing the full debate, you can watch it here: