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Correction to WPQ 182223
25 January 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The FCDO is correcting an error in the reported expenditure on staff training related to diversity and inclusion in 2022.
Action Requested
The FCDO has apologised for the error, clarified that no central budget was used specifically for diversity and inclusion training, and implemented new financial procedures to ensure accuracy. The department continues to prioritise parliamentary accountability.
Key Facts
- The originally reported figure of £25,412.96 was incorrect.
- None of the transactions put to the account code related to actual diversity and inclusion training.
- The FCDO uses courses provided via Civil Service Learning for diversity and inclusion training.
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Assessment & feedback
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