What is another word for quangos?
Pronunciation: [kwˈɒnɡə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
"Quangos", short for "quasi-autonomous non-governmental organizations", are bodies that perform public duties, but are not wholly government-run. These organizations are often created to perform a specific task and are given certain powers by the government. Synonyms for "quangos" could include terms such as "public body", "arm's length body", "independent agency", or "statutory corporation". Other words that could be used to describe these types of organizations include "commission", "authority", "board", "bureau", or "committee". While the term "quango" is specific to the United Kingdom, these types of organizations exist in many other countries around the world, and may be known by different names depending on the location.
