Financial accounts in central and local government ‘prepared to a good standard’ Read more about Financial accounts in central and local government ‘prepared to a good standard’ His first report focuses on Central Government bodies in Wales. It concludes that the standard of central government accounts and supporting working papers are good and all bodies submitted their accounts on time. However, there remains scope to improve quality assurance arrangements in some instances. Having robust quality assurance processes in place plays an important part in determining the quality of accounts submitted to audit. The report highlights examples of what good quality assurance looks like.
Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Auditor General for Wales and Future Generations Commissioner Read more about Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Auditor General for Wales and Future Generations Commissioner The MoU provides a basis for how the Auditor General for Wales and Future Generations Commissioner for Wales [opens in new window] will cooperate on areas of common interest, and specifically, on their related responsibilities under the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.
Finance for the Future conference outputs now online Read more about Finance for the Future conference outputs now online The event brought together individuals working in publicly funded organisations across Wales who are studying towards a finance related qualification. This year’s event built on last year's highly successful conference in exploring the changes and challenges, which are likely to have an impact on finance professionals over the course of their careers, and were delivered by leading finance professionals in the field.
How you manage risks around organisation change, service transformation and innovation Read more about How you manage risks around organisation change, service transformation and innovation Organisational change, service transformation and innovation all involve a degree risk and failure if they are to achieve their objective of changing things for the better. In some cases the biggest risk faced is not taking a risk. However, public services cannot take reckless risks as we provide services to the most vulnerable in society, and the careless use of tax payer’s money is not acceptable in times of austerity.
Bethan Jones Read more about Bethan Jones Having worked closely with staff from Audit Wales over the years she has always been impressed with their insight and the professionalism of the organisation. She brings to the Board senior strategic and operational experience from across the Welsh Public Sector in particular health and local government, together with an understanding of the practicalities of organisational collaboration and partnerships.
Bridgend County Borough Council – Annual Audit Letter Read more about Bridgend County Borough Council – Annual Audit Letter
Bridgend County Borough Council – Annual Audit Letter Read more about Bridgend County Borough Council – Annual Audit Letter
South Wales Fire and Rescue Authority – Annual Audit Letter Read more about South Wales Fire and Rescue Authority – Annual Audit Letter