The Department for International Development (DFID) has rigorous systems and procedures to ensure effective oversight of its funding and to ensure that UK aid achieves maximum value for money—reaching and delivering results for its intended recipients. This Government have a zero tolerance approach to fraud, corruption and other misuse. DFID takes the strongest action where any such abuse of taxpayers' funds is proven, including disciplinary, civil or criminal action as appropriate against those responsible. DFID works with partner organisations to ensure that similar standards are employed where UK funds are being managed externally.