Background—This report presents the findings of a review into the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 1, which goal aims to ‘end poverty in all its forms, everywhere’. This report considers whether Government's efforts at addressing poverty were comprehensive, effective and inclusive, and assesses the extent of progress achieved in the alleviation of poverty.

1. The National Audit Office (NAO) recommended using a broader definition of poverty and supplementary indicators, surveys and qualitative studies to more comprehensively measure the extent of poverty and assess progress registered.
2. In its review of the sufficiency, inclusiveness and effectiveness of Government's efforts, the NAO advocated sustained investment through targeted and diversified measures to address systemic disadvantages and the ever-expanding and diverging needs of all vulnerable groups.
3. The NAO encouraged the further development of communication, coordination and cooperation within Government, especially across ministries and entities to ensure consistent coordination across Government and a responsive and effective Government in its efforts at alleviating poverty.
4. The NAO advocated the amelioration of Government's consultation processes with stakeholders as part of legislative development and policy formulation processes, to ensure meaningful engagements early in these processes that shape Government's efforts.
5. The NAO recommended further strengthening the extent of collaboration with NGOs to address gaps and needs in services provided to groups susceptible to poverty, and to further support and capitalise on existing services offered by the NGOs that can contribute to the alleviation of poverty.