Decision details

Karen Murray, district auditor, presented an update of the audit work proposed to be undertaken in carrying out the 2013/14 Audit.

The report included a summary of emerging issues and developments which the district auditor felt may be relevant to the Council and a number of challenge questions in respect of these emerging issues for the committee to consider.

In response to questions raised by the committee the district auditor confirmed that she was unable to issue the audit certificate until the council had completed its work in respect of the weaknesses identified in respect of procurement and good governance.  It noted that a further report would be presented to the committee when the certificate was issued.

Resolved:- That the report be noted.