The Audit Committee is responsible for overseeing the council's financial governance, risk management, and internal control systems. It reviews and approves internal and external audit plans, considers audit reports, and monitors actions taken in response to recommendations. The committee also evaluates the effectiveness of risk management strategies, corporate governance arrangements, and anti-fraud policies. It reviews the annual statement of accounts and related auditor reports, ensuring appropriate accounting policies are followed and bringing any concerns to the council's attention. This committee's work helps ensure the council operates effectively and with integrity.