Receiving external
auditors report on the annual statement of accounts
Considering the
effectiveness of the Council’s risk management arrangements,
the control environment, and associated anti-fraud and corruption
arrangements.
Approving Internal
Audit’s strategy and work plan and monitoring their
performance.
Reviewing reports
from Internal Audit, External Audit and inspection agencies and
monitoring actions taken in response to them.
Ensuring an effective
relationship between Internal and External Audit and other relevant
bodies
Considering the
Council’s arrangements for corporate governance and
monitoring compliance with its own and other published standards
and controls.