Adrian Lovett, interim Chief Executive of The ONE Campaign, today praised Prime Minister David Cameron for his fight against extreme poverty, preventable disease and corruption.

Lovett said: “During David Cameron’s time in office, the UK has helped ensure 11 million children now go to school and get a decent education, and 43 million children are now protected against deadly diseases. He has also led a bold drive to increase transparency and stop the corruption that hurts ordinary people in the world’s poorest countries.

“He has been a sincere and committed defender of Britain’s role in fighting extreme poverty and disease and on this, he speaks for the majority of the British people. His successor – and all UK political leaders – must cherish and champion that vision of the country’s role in the years ahead.”