The Audit and Standards Committee of Warwickshire County Council is scheduled to review its financial management code self-assessment, consider the annual refresh of accounting policies, and examine the internal audit plan for the upcoming year. The committee will also review its work programme and future meeting dates.

CIPFA Financial Management Code Self-Assessment

The committee is scheduled to consider the Warwickshire County Council's self-assessment against the CIPFA Financial Management Code for the 2025/26 period. This assessment is a key part of ensuring the council adheres to best practices in financial management. The report pack includes an appendix detailing this self-assessment.

Warwickshire County Council Annual Refresh of Accounting Policies

A review of Warwickshire County Council's accounting policies for 2025/26 is scheduled. This process ensures that the council's financial reporting aligns with current accounting standards and regulations. An appendix containing the statement of accounting policies for this period is available for review.

Internal Audit Plan 2026/27

The committee is set to review the Internal Audit Plan for 2026/27. This plan outlines the proposed scope and focus of the internal audit function for the next financial year, aiming to provide assurance over the council's governance, risk management, and internal control processes. A cover report and the detailed plan are included in the documentation.

Work Programme and Future Meeting Dates

The committee will review its Work Programme and note the arrangements for future meetings. Scheduled meetings for Shire Hall, Warwick, include dates on 4 June 2026, 14 July 2026, and 17 September 2026.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The committee is scheduled to confirm the minutes of the previous meeting held on 25 November 2025. Additionally, the exempt minutes from the same meeting will be reviewed for confirmation.

The meeting is scheduled to be held at Shire Hall, Warwick, and will be filmed for live broadcast on the internet. Attendees are reminded of the requirements for declaring pecuniary and non-pecuniary interests.