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Recommendation 3
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Publish detailed guidance for FCDO staff and partners on conducting VfM assessments, prioritising equity.
Recommendation
Alongside a clear VfM strategy and framework, the FCDO should publish detailed and practical guidance for its staff and partners on how to approach and conduct VfM assessments, particularly in respect to equity, ensuring that programme activities address the needs of the most marginalised in society. The FCDO should also ensure that all partners are informed of the latest VfM strategy, to ensure coherence. This guidance should be produced as soon as possible, in the least to coincide with the 2026 Spring Statement. (Recommendation, Paragraph 19) 44
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 11 February 2026. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗