Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: May 28, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Resolved   (1)            That the results of internal audit work undertaken, and the opinion of the Head of Internal Audit that Reasonable Assurance can be provided on the adequacy and effectiveness of the council’s framework of governance, risk management and internal control be noted.   (2)            That the outcome of Veritau’s quality assurance and development arrangements, including the confirmation that the internal audit service conforms to public sector internal auditing standards be noted.   (3)            That the two significant control weaknesses that had been identified by internal audit during the year which were considered relevant to the preparation of the Annual Governance Statement: the council’s health and safety management system and its handling of strategic site applications, be noted.   (4)            That the draft internal audit charter be approved.