The payments were highlighted by Labour shadow attorney general Emily Thornberry as she raised concerns over the department's use of government procurement cards
She added:"However, there are also numerous items and categories of spending that - on the surface - are not as easy to understand and seem unusual in the context of previous FCDO spending: high end private catering; wellness and beauty treatments; extensive supplies from UK wineries; large amounts of home furnishing; and even £1,841 of spending at the Norwich City club shop."
Ms Thornberry also noted that"especially during a cost of living crisis - taxpayers want to know that every pound of their money is being spent appropriately, and when there are indications of unusual or excessive spending in any corner of government, they will want to see proper checks in place"."We are committed to using public money responsibly. Our staff follow set guidelines to ensure purchases are appropriate and achieve value for money for the taxpayer.