To ask the Secretary of State for International Development what recent progress his Department has made towards the publication of its White Paper; and if he will make a statement. (275068)

The forthcoming White Paper on International Development is on track to be laid before Parliament before both Houses rise for the summer recess in July. The consultation period finished on 27 May. Through events, online discussions and written submissions, the consultation received contributions from approximately 3,000 organisations and individuals.