23 Jul 2015
The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has opened a consultation on its future work plan. ICAI scrutinises UK aid spending. We work to ensure UK aid is spent effectively for those who need it most and delivers value for UK tax payers. We report to the International Development Committee of the UK parliament. Our mandate […]
1 Jul 2015
I’m delighted to be leading ICAI at this challenging and crucial time for development. I will be joined by three new commissioners, Francesca Del Mese, Richard Gledhill and Tina Fahm, who bring an extensive range of skills and experience to the team. At ICAI, we work to ensure UK aid is spent effectively for those who […]
1 Jul 2015
The new commissioner team has taken up their posts at the Independent Commission for Aid Impact today. Led by Chief Commissioner, Dr Alison Evans, the team comprises Francesca Del Mese, Tina Fahm and Richard Gledhill. The appointments are for 4 years and have been made in accordance with the Office of the Commissioner for Public […]
30 Jun 2015
As I step down after four years as Chief Commissioner of the Independent Commission for Aid Impact, I offer my thanks and good wishes to my fellow Commissioners, Diana Good, Mark Foster and John Githongo; and to our staff and contractors, who have worked tirelessly to deliver 46 reports. We have looked into many different […]
27 Jun 2015
The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has published its Annual Report 2014-15. This year, we have built upon our previous reports and considered some of the largest areas of work for the Department for International Development (DFID) and other UK government departments. We have published thematic reports on a number of important topics, including […]
19 Jun 2015
The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has published a report today: ‘Follow-up of ICAI Reviews from Years 1, 2 and 3’. A key component of ICAI’s mandate is to follow up on its recommendations and to assess progress made by the Department For International Development (DFID) and other government departments on issues identified in […]
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11 Jun 2015
DFID depends greatly on the multilateral system to achieve results. In 2013-14 DFID spent almost two-thirds (£6.32 billion) of its budget through multilateral agencies and many agencies depend on DFID as their largest funder.
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11 Jun 2015
The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has published a report today on the Department For International Development’s Approach to Delivering Impact. UK aid, at its best, makes a real and positive difference to the lives and livelihoods of poor people around the world. Ensuring the best possible performance across a large and multifaceted aid programme is, however, a complex management challenge. This report reviews ICAI’s 43 reports over four years and looks at how well DFID ensures positive, long-term, transformative change across its work.
21 May 2015
The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has published a report today, on how the Department for International Development (DFID) works with and through business. Businesses are playing an increasing role in development. Collaboration between business and aid agencies has the potential to deliver major benefits for the poor and DFID’s growing portfolio of work […]
27 Mar 2015
Francesca Del Mese, Tina Fahm and Richard Gledhill have been appointed as Commissioners to the Board of ICAI. The new Commissioners were appointed after a rigorous selection process in accordance with guidelines set out by The Commissioner for Public Appointments (OCPA). The new team will bring a wealth of experience in international development, audit and professional services. […]
