Source · Select Committees · International Development Committee
Recommendation 7
7
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The manner in which the cuts to UK aid took place, with little or no...
Conclusion
The manner in which the cuts to UK aid took place, with little or no consultation of downstream partners, or the communities where they are implemented has sent a harmful message that the UK does not care about the people affected, many of which are Black, Indigenous and People of Colour.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The FCDO has had to make difficult decisions about how to prioritise the most critical aid spending in a context of economic contraction in the UK and wider ODA pressures. The strategic decisions made were not born from a lack of respect for our partners or communities affected, but we know that this has been a challenging time for all our stakeholders. FCDO teams have access to guidance under the Programme Operating Framework which emphasises the importance of engagement with project partners. Early programme closure guidance for programme teams also specifically factors in Do No Harm principles. The Programme Operating Framework contains Exit Plan templates and guidance for all FCDO Staff. The “Equality and Inclusion Principles” circulated prior to business planning asked teams to consider best practice. Equalities assessments are used to inform allocation decisions.