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House of Lords votes in favour of the law which has been backed by MPs.<unk> Bill taken through parliament by former Lib Dem minister Michael Moore.<unk> Bill taken through parliament by former Lib Dem minister Michael Moore. 0.7% target foreign aid has been supported by all the main parties. Some Tories say it is 'idiotic' at a time when cuts are needed elsewhere.