Issue - meetings

Mr Aaron Winter (BDO LLP) presented his report to the Committee which summarised the 2023 / 24 audit plan and evidenced solid progress on the 2023 / 24 internal audit plans. Since the last update to this Committee in November 2023 a further three audits had been completed from the 2023 / 24 plan and final reports were being presented as part of this meeting. Members noted the update provide on the remaining audits for the year.

The Chairperson proposed that as per the recommendation on the report, the Committee considers, comments and approves this report. This proposal was duly seconded.

In response to a question regarding the review target relating to the Management of Section 106 Funds not being met, Members were advised that this related to BDO having had a delay in their assurance process and not being able to meet their internal three-week timetable.

The Chairperson moved the recommendation which was duly agreed.

RESOLVED that the Committee considered, commented and approved the Progress report at Agenda Item 7a.