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Governance and Audit Committee - Tuesday, 3rd November, 2026 10.00 am

November 3, 2026 at 10:00 am Governance and Audit Committee View on council website

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The Governance and Audit Committee of Kent Council is scheduled to consider a range of reports covering programme assurance, internal audit progress, counter fraud efforts, and customer feedback. The committee's agenda also includes updates on the Oracle Cloud Programme, the corporate risk register, schools audits, and treasury management.

Oracle Cloud Programme

A significant item on the agenda is the Oracle Cloud Programme, with reports scheduled to cover its current status, programme assurance, and lessons learned. This programme is a major undertaking for Kent County Council (KCC), aiming to modernise its IT systems.

Internal Audit Progress Report

The committee is expected to review the Internal Audit Progress Report. This report will likely detail the work undertaken by the internal audit team, highlighting key findings and areas of focus within the council's operations.

Counter Fraud Update

An update on counter fraud measures is also scheduled for discussion. This will provide insight into the council's efforts to prevent and detect fraud across its services, which is a key responsibility for the Governance and Audit Committee.

Kent County Council Annual Customer Feedback Report

The committee will consider the Kent County Council Annual Customer Feedback Report. This report aggregates feedback from residents and service users, offering valuable insights into public perception and areas for service improvement.

Corporate Risk Register Update

An update on the Corporate Risk Register is on the agenda. This document outlines the significant risks facing Kent County Council, and the committee's review will focus on how these risks are being managed and mitigated.

Schools Audit Annual Report

The Schools Audit Annual Report is scheduled for discussion. This report will focus on the financial and governance arrangements within schools overseen by Kent County Council.

Treasury Management Mid-Year Update

The committee is set to receive a mid-year update on the council's Treasury Management activities. This involves overseeing the council's borrowing, investments, and cash flow to ensure financial stability and compliance with regulations.

Governance and Audit Chair's Annual Report

The Governance and Audit Chair's Annual Report is also listed on the agenda. This report typically provides an overview of the committee's work and achievements over the past year.

Annual Report on KCC's Use of Covert Enforcement Techniques

The committee is scheduled to review the annual report concerning Kent County Council's use of covert enforcement techniques. This report will detail the methods employed and the oversight applied to these sensitive operations.

Attendees

Profile image for Jeremy Eustace
Jeremy Eustace Chairman of the Council Reform UK Ashford Rural West
Profile image for Geoffrey Samme
Geoffrey Samme Liberal Democrat Maidstone North East
Profile image for Alan Cecil
Alan Cecil Reform UK Wilmington
Profile image for John Finch
John Finch Reform UK Broadstairs
Profile image for Oliver Bradshaw
Oliver Bradshaw Restore Britain Maidstone Central
Profile image for Martin Paul
Martin Paul Reform UK Deal & Walmer
Profile image for Mark Munday
Mark Munday Liberal Democrat Tunbridge Wells Rural
Profile image for Harry Rayner
Harry Rayner Leader of the Conservative Group Conservative Malling West
Camilla Black
Profile image for Michael Brown
Michael Brown Reform UK Dartford Rural
Profile image for Thomas Mallon
Thomas Mallon Reform UK Swanscombe and Greenhithe
Profile image for Adrian Kibble
Adrian Kibble Reform UK Whitstable East & Herne Bay West
Profile image for Alister Brady
Alister Brady Leader of the Labour Group Labour and Co-operative Party Canterbury City North
Profile image for Rob Yates
Rob Yates Green Party Cliftonville

Topics

Oracle Kent County Council Oracle Cloud Programme Counter Fraud programme and project assurance Internal Audit Corporate Risk Register Schools Audit Annual Report Treasury Management Mid-Year Update Governance and Audit Chair's Annual Report Annual Report on KCC's Use of Covert Enforcement Techniques Kent County Council Annual Customer Feedback Report

Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 03rd-Nov-2026 10.00 Governance and Audit Committee.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 03rd-Nov-2026 10.00 Governance and Audit Committee.pdf

Additional Documents

Covering Report - GA Chairs Draft Annual Report.pdf
Governance and Audit Chairs Draft Annual Report.pdf
Oracle Cloud Programme - Governance and Audit Committee Report.pdf
KCC Covert Investigatory Techniques Policy V10.pdf
2026 11 03 G and A Committee Corporate Risk Register Item FINAL.pdf
KCC Annual Customer Feedback Report 2025-26 Submitted GA.pdf
Appendix A Directorate overview of Customer Feedback Received.pdf
Appendix B - LGSCO letter.pdf
Appendix C - Self-assessment form v1.0.pdf
Treasury Management half year outturn report 2026-27 GAC.pdf
TM Appendix 1 half-year report 2026-27 for GAC.pdf
TM Appendix 2 half-year report 2026-27 for GAC.pdf
TM Appendix 3 glossary of terms 2026-27 for GAC.pdf
Internal Audit Progress Covering Report - GAC - November 2026.pdf
Internal Audit Progress Report - GAC - November 2026.pdf
Gov Audit Committee report - 25-26 year.pdf
Counter Fraud Progress Report 2026-27 November 2026 GA.pdf
Schools Audit Annual Report - April 2025 to March 2026.pdf