Decision Maker: Finance, Audit and Risk Committee

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 10, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED:   (1)   That the Committee approved the AGS, as amended, at Appendix A.   (2)   That the Committee noted the current position of the actions within the AGS Action Plan, outlined in Appendix B.   REASONS FOR DECISION:   (1)   The AGS must be considered and approved by this Committee before the approval of the Statement of Accounts under Regulation 6(4)(a) of the Accounts and Audit Regulations (‘AAR’) 2015/234.   (2)   The Committee is the legal body with responsibility for approval of the AGS.   (3)   Reviewing the AGS Action Plan for 2025-26 will provide the Committee with assurances that the Council is examining and where necessary improving its governance arrangements.