The latest on the UK’s hurricane response: Sunday 15 October 2017
The UK’s commitment to relief and reconstruction in the aftermath of Hurricanes Irma and Maria continued this week.
The latest on the UK’s hurricane response: 1 October 2017
UK relief efforts in the aftermath of the hurricanes continued this weekend with the arrival of HMS Ocean in the Turks and Caicos islands today (Sunday 1 October). So far...
UK response to Hurricane Maria: 20 September 2017
There has been further media coverage today about Hurricane Maria which is hitting islands across the Caribbean.
UK support for victims of the devastating floods in South Asia
DFID’s work has been pivotal in supporting the governments of Bangladesh and Nepal to respond quickly and effectively to help people who have been affected.
World Humanitarian Day
There has been widespread media coverage of DFID for World Humanitarian Day 2017 as we highlighted the incredible work of frontline humanitarian staff.
Emergency response to Sierra Leone flooding
The UK was among the first to respond to this emergency and at the heart of the crisis co-ordination. Within hours, UK personnel were able to assist at the scene and today we have announced an emergency £5 million package of vital humanitarian assistance.
UK support to Kenya
The UK government supports free, fair and peaceful elections in Kenya, to help to maintain security and stability, which is in all our interests. Election support was allocated in 2015 and is overseen by the FCO in Kenya.
Aid to countries mentioned in the FCO Human Rights Report
DFID has committed to spending at least 50% of its budget in fragile states, to build stability in those countries, which is both in our national interest and critical to reducing poverty and meeting humanitarian needs.
Currency fluctuation adjustments
When we convert foreign currency into sterling it generates gains or losses, this is exactly the same for any organisation. Managing the impact of exchange rate changes is part of the normal responsibilities of government.
NAO report on managing the Official Development Assistance target
The Secretary of State for International Development is driving a robust value for money agenda that includes a review of all DFID spending, a crackdown on profiteering suppliers, efficiency savings, and increased use of payment by results.