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Recommendation 4
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In the interests of accountability, the Government should explain the process that led to the...
Recommendation
In the interests of accountability, the Government should explain the process that led to the decision to merge the FCO and DFID. We ask that the Government publishes the findings of its consultation, including a list of contributors and the timeframe in which it was executed. (Paragraph 14) Staff and Skills
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The allocation of ministerial responsibility and the machinery of government that supports that is a matter for the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister has considered the question of synergies between FCO and DFID since his time as Foreign Secretary. Engagement with relevant parliamentarians has taken, and will continue, to take place. The Government has consulted with 26 NGOs and will continue its ongoing engagement with NGOs both within the UK and internationally.