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<p>The Government has taken steps to improve transparency in the remittance sector,
not just in the UK but globally. We co-lead with the Swiss Government with the support
of multilateral organisations on the Global Call to Action to keep remittances flowing
and to improve transparency in the sector.</p><p>The department is working closely
HM Treasury to improve transparency in the sector. In the UK, we have worked cross
Government to develop communication lines to encourage the diaspora community to use
digital channels and to review the different options available before sending funding.</p><p>We
are working with industry associations and leading remittance service providers on
how best to improve transparency in the sector and are reviewing the key lessons from
other development agencies who have sought to improve transparency in remittances
in their countries.</p><p>We understand the need for remitters to be well informed
(especially about the cost of sending money abroad) and are working towards solutions
that are sustainable, effective and represent good value for money.</p>
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