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8th Report - Empowering Development: Energy Access for Communities
International Development Committee
HC 849
Published 14 November 2025
Recommendations
11
Rejected
Review FCDO accountability frameworks to support local implementers in meeting funding requirements
Recommendation
We recognise that there is sometimes a gap between the accountability expectations of donors and the capacity of local implementers. We recommend that in the next six months the FCDO reviews its accountability frameworks ensuring they are fit for purpose …
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Government Response Summary
The government partially agrees, acknowledging the difficulty for local implementers to meet FCDO's accountability frameworks. However, it does not commit to reviewing its frameworks or directly resourcing local implementers, instead proposing to leverage its downstream delivery chain by using larger partners to channel funds and provide guidance.