Audit and Governance Committee

The Audit and Governance Committee oversees the council's internal audit function, risk management, and corporate governance arrangements. It approves audit plans, reviews audit reports, and monitors the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure effective controls. The committee also considers the external auditor's reports, approves the council's accounts, and reviews its treasury management function. It ensures the council adheres to best practices in governance and risk management, making recommendations to the Executive Committee on policies related to fraud, corruption, and whistleblowing.