- Sue Gray, Sir Keir Starmer's former chief of staff, has made a statement as the new chair of the Friends of Afghan Women Network (FAWN).
- Ms Gray criticised the systematic removal of Afghan women from society, emphasising the issue as one of human dignity and “global responsibility”.
- She called on Sir Keir and world leaders to support Afghan women and girls and reject any policies that marginalise them.
- Ms Gray's appointment follows a turbulent period for the Labour government, marked by internal conflicts and policy controversies.
- FAWN advocates for increased funding for women-led organisations in Afghanistan, despite recent cuts to the UK's international aid budget.
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Sue Gray calls on Starmer to support Afghan women and girls in first remarks since sacking