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Terms of reference published: Management of the ODA spending target

10 Nov 2025

The Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI) has today published more information about our forthcoming review of the UK’s management…

ICAI Chief Commissioner discusses recent highlights and challenges in Parliament

6 Nov 2025

Jillian Popkins gave evidence to the International Development Committee in Parliament on 4 November, in a session looking at the…

UK aid is effective at supporting the global energy transition but needs better strategic direction, watchdog finds

5 Nov 2025

The UK plays a key role in funding global energy transition, with promising results, but needs a long-term strategy Energy…

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We've published more information about our upcoming review looking at how effectively the UK allocates and manages its aid budget.

Read the terms of reference: https://icai.independent.gov.uk/html-version/terms-of-reference-management-oda-spending-target/

Read our information note setting out the key facts: https://icai.independent.gov.uk/review/management-of-the-official-development-assistance-spending-target/information-note/

As #COP30 kicks off in Brazil today, a new ICAI review shows how UK support for the energy transition in developing countries can be strengthened with a long-term, comprehensive strategy. Read the review: https://icai.independent.gov.uk/review/uk-aid-for-energy-transition/

With #COP30 set to begin in Brazil next week, the global energy transition remains critical to tackling climate change, supporting economic growth and reducing poverty. Read ICAI’s latest review assessing the UK’s support for energy transition: https://icai.independent.gov.uk/review/uk-aid-for-energy-transition/

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