Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is a key part of Lancaster City Council's corporate governance, providing independent oversight of the council's governance, risk management, and control arrangements. It reviews financial and governance reports, ensuring adequate internal challenge and public accountability.

The committee oversees both internal and external audits, approves audit plans, and reviews audit findings and reports. It also monitors the council's arrangements for value for money, risk management, and counter-fraud activities. The committee's work helps assure those responsible for governance that arrangements are effective and support the achievement of the council's objectives.