Issue - meetings

That the process for dealing with reports by external auditors, other regulators and inspectors during 2014 be noted.

The Internal Audit Manager presented the Committee with a summary of reports by external auditors, other regulators and inspectors, pursuant to guidance under Section 85 of the Local Government (Wales) Measure.  This was to provide assurance on the overall framework of assessment in place to monitor and respond to the recommendations.

The Chief Executive referred to the recent County Council presentation on the consultation on the draft Local Government (Wales) Bill which included provision for the roles of Overview & Scrutiny Committees.  He reminded Members that the Council had previously adopted a protocol for regulatory reports involving seeking a response from Cabinet and assurance from the Audit Committee.

Following a question from Councillor Alison Halford on an issue with grant claims previously reported, Mr. John Herniman confirmed that the audit of grant claims had recently been completed by Wales Audit Office.

RESOLVED:

That the process for dealing with reports by external auditors, other regulators and inspectors during 2014 be noted.