The effectiveness and value for money of assistance channelled through multilateral organisations are also key concerns for Ireland Aid. To this end, we liaise regularly with international organisations to ensure funds are disbursed in an effective and efficient manner. The need for value for money has been rightly identified. Ireland has been to the forefront of member states pressing the European Commission to reform the management and delivery of EU assistance. Significant progress has been made, in terms of structural reform and improvements to the financial management of EU assistance, including a marked improvement in EU performance as regards the speed and efficiency of aid delivery.