Starmer government accused of avoiding scrutiny with plans to scrap aid watchdog
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The Starmer government is facing criticism for considering scrapping the UK's aid watchdog, the Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI). Development Minister Jenny Chapman is actively considering the closure, prompting concerns that the government aims to avoid scrutiny of aid cuts. The move contradicts Labour's manifesto commitment to working with ICAI. Critics, including Labour and Conservative MPs, argue that eliminating ICAI, established in 2011 to oversee aid spending, would reduce transparency and accountability. Chapman stated the review is to ensure the most strategic use of funding with a reduced aid budget. The proposal has sparked debate about transparency and value for money in aid spending.
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