Issue - meetings

The Committee considered the report of the Head of Finance and Resources regarding the External Auditor’s Annual Audit letter for the financial year 2012/13.

The Committee raised the key areas for Council action on page 53 of the report of the Head of Finance and Resources and asked Officers how these key areas were going to be addressed.

It was noted that improvements have been made with regard to the working papers and Officers are looking at ways to improve further. 

The External Auditor advised the Committee that they are keen to work closely with the Finance Team to address the issues from this year’s audit so that they can work toward a smoother audit process next year and future years.

RESOLVED:  That the External Auditor’s Annual Audit Letter be noted.