Source · Select Committees · International Development Committee
Recommendation 31
31
Accepted
FCDO acknowledges data limitations in operating contexts and provides flexibility for partners.
Conclusion
It is also positive that the FCDO recognises that the lack of data in many of the contexts it operates in means that some quantitative metrics are not possible or of good quality, and offers flexibility around this for operating partners. (Conclusion, Paragraph 101)
Government Response Summary
The FCDO partially agrees with the conclusion, stating it is committed to ensuring MEL requirements are proportionate and will reinforce this approach through forthcoming guidance updates and programme performance reviews.
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
Partially agree. The FCDO is committed to ensuring that MEL requirements do not create barriers for smaller organisations. Teams are expected to apply MEL proportionately and in accordance with PrOF Rules, which allow for adjustments and flexibility in reporting where appropriate. Forthcoming updates to MEL guidance and programme performance reviews will reinforce this approach. The FCDO will increasingly work in partnership with local actors, including civil society, aiming to eliminate unnecessary obstacles to engagement with them. Whilst partner feedback is important, given the diversity of our network missions, a one-size-fits-all approach like business hubs may not be appropriate.