Starmer government accused of avoiding scrutiny with plans to scrap aid watchdog
The Guardian – World —
Exclusive: Development minister is considering closing Independent Commission for Aid ImpactA close ally of Keir Starmer is drawing up plans to scrap the UK’s aid watchdog, prompting concerns that the government is attempting to “escape scrutiny” while implementing “brutal” cuts.Jenny Chapman, the development minister, said she was actively considering the closure of the Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI), which examines projects funded by the £14bn aid budget. Continue reading...