Written question asked by Jim Murphy (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 October 2014, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 October 2014 (named day). It was answered by Justine Greening (Conservative) on Monday, 27 October 2014 on behalf of the Department for International Development.

Iraq

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for International Development, what steps her Department is taking to ensure aid packages are not stolen by ISIS in northern Iraq and surrounding regions.

Answer: The UK is doing all it can to minimise the risks of aid being diverted or misused in Iraq. UK funds are channelled through organisations that have a strong track record of delivering humanitarian aid in difficult and dangerous places. We also apply a rigorous process of due diligence, where they must demonstrate clear and accountable governance structures, with transparent and accountable financial procedures. All partners that receive UK funding must also demonstrate full compliance with humanitarian principles.

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