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The House of Commons International Development Committee's latest report into the issue says that despite some improvements in the aid sector, serious problems remain
Published on 17 December 2020
As the FDCO publishes its review of the Independent Commission for Aid Impact, announced in a statement by the Foreign Secretary, IDS Director Melissa Leach calls for a sustained commitment to ensuring that UK aid remains effective in tackling extreme poverty and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals. The review confirms how critical the ICAI is for upholding the accountability of UK official development assistance (ODA). The FCDO review also includes details of ICAI’s continued role, including new recommendations for ensuring that Government funds deliver maximum impact from UK aid investment.
In response to the published Review, Professor Melissa Leach, Director, Institute of Development Studies, said: