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Audit and Governance Committee - Monday, 13th October, 2025 6.30 pm
October 13, 2025 View on council website Watch video of meeting Watch video of meetingSummary
The Audit and Governance Committee of Dorset Council is scheduled to meet on 13 October 2025. The committee will be discussing the council's financial management, internal audit activity, risk management, and future council work. They will also receive an update from Grant Thornton, the council's external auditor.
Financial Management Report
Sean Cremer, Corporate Director Finance and Commercial, is scheduled to present the Period 4 Financial Management Report 2025/26. This report will provide an overview of the council's financial performance during the fourth period of the financial year.
Grant Thornton Audit Progress Report
Julie Masci, Key Audit Partner at Grant Thornton1, is scheduled to present the Grant Thornton Audit Progress Report and Sector Updates. This report will provide an update on Grant Thornton's audit of the council's financial statements.
Report of Internal Audit Activity Progress
Sally White, Assistant Director SWAP2, is scheduled to present the Report of Internal Audit Activity Progress Report 2025/26 - September 2025. The report is expected to cover:
- The progress against the annual internal audit plan.
- A summary of key findings and recommendations from internal audits completed since the last committee meeting.
- The status of implementation of previously agreed management actions.
Risk Management Update
Chris Swain, Risk Management and Reporting Officer, and Liz Crocker, Head of Strategy, are scheduled to present the Risk Management Update. This report will provide an overview of the council's risk management framework and key risks.
Update on Our Future Council Work
Lisa Cotton, Corporate Director Transformation Customer and Cultural Services, is scheduled to provide an update on Our Future Council Work.
Other Items
The committee is also scheduled to:
- Confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 4 August 2025, as detailed in the Minutes of Previous Meeting.
- Note the minutes of the Audit & Governance Hearing Subcommittee (if any meetings have been held).
- Consider the Work Programme for the Committee.
- Consider any urgent items of business.
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Topics
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