The
purpose of the Standards and Audit Committee is to provide
independent monitoring of the adequacy of the risk management
framework, as well as independent scrutiny of the authority's
financial and non-financial performance. The Committee also
oversees the financial reporting process. The Committee is also
charged with promoting and maintaining high standards of conduct by
Members and Co-Opted Members of the Council.
This meeting is open to the public, although in considering some
items of business, the press and public may be requested to leave
the meeting.