UK in Sierra Leone
Freetown 12:42, 16 May 2012
Working with Sierra Leone
The UK is working closely with the Government of Sierra Leone to support its efforts to build an effective, democratic and capable nation that is making progress in reducing poverty. Priority areas of work include:
- Democracy
- Security
- Accesss to justice
- Progress towards the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) including health, education, governance and the environment.
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