Good governance and addressing corruption
Poor governance and corruption undermine poverty eradication and development, and exacerbate conflict. The UK Government's domestic and foreign policy must promote transparency, public accountability and responsible private sector investment. Activities that directly contribute to corruption and poor governance must be ended.
Any UK Government should therefore commit to:
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Using its aid to contribute to expanding the space for citizens and state engagement and increased accountability, including support to parliamentary committees, national human rights institutions, independent auditing, the freedom of the press, civil society organisations, anti-corruption groups and academia.
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Ensuring that the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) and the OECD Anti Bribery Convention are fully incorporated into UK domestic law and establishing an annual, independent audit of the government's implementation of both Conventions; and encouraging other countries to do likewise.
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Developing a cross-Whitehall strategy for tackling corruption and work closely with other donors and states to tackle the underlying factors which fuel and facilitate corruption.
