This ODI Working Paper presents a synthesis of findings on the global macro-economic and financial situation, in order to assess vulnerability and policy responses at the global and country levels.

In an effort to generate better understanding and to identify useful lessons and findings for researchers and decision makers working on and in fragile and conflicted-affected situations, this paper synthesises and assesses the available evidence on social protection and basic services (health, education and water) in fragile and conflict-affected situations.

This ODI Working Paper presents an overview of options for developing more rigorous metrics for progress in water security, which is essential if we are to translate the idea from an abstract concept to a meaningful tool to guide policy and practice.

This written submission explores some of the lessons from the MDGs on why governance matters, and how governance issues may be incorporated into a post-2015 development framework, looking at transparency and accountability as an entry point.