David Seddon
David Seddon is a noted British Development Studies academic, activist and consultant. For many years, he was a professor (Professor of Politics & Sociology) in the Department of Development Studies at the University of East Anglia. He has worked as a consultant for international institutions including the World Bank, ILO and NGOs such as Christian Aid, OXFAM and War on Want. He was for many years a member of the Labour Party before defecting to the Green Party. Among his academic research, particularly noteworthy is his work on Nepal.