UK foreign aid spending under scrutiny

The Foreign Office has launched a review into whether its overseas aid is being used "effectively".

The announcement came as the Sun newspaper reported thousands of pounds of Foreign Office aid was spent on a TV game show and on finding female mates for an endangered fish.

The Foreign Office said most of its aid promoted prosperity and stability, but the review would ensure every penny represented "value for money".

Chris Mason.

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