The Audit Committee is responsible for overseeing the council's financial and governance arrangements. It reviews reports from internal and external auditors, including their annual opinions and findings on implemented recommendations. The committee also monitors the effectiveness of risk management procedures, business continuity plans, and the council's regulatory framework, such as contract rules, financial regulations, and codes of conduct.
Additionally, the committee examines the council's corporate governance, anti-fraud strategies, and complaints processes. It considers the external auditor's report on the annual accounts and reviews the Chief Internal Auditor's assurance statement to ensure compliance with best practices and internal control.