Issue - meetings

That the Committee is assured by the content and observations of the Auditor General for Wales’ Annual Audit Summary report for 2020/21.

The Strategic Performance Advisor presented the Annual Audit Summary which summarised the findings of audit and regulatory work undertaken at the Council by Audit Wales (AW) during 2020/21.  Overall this was a positive report with no formal recommendations made during the year.  The Council’s response to the proposals for improvement were detailed in the External Regulation Assurance item on the agenda.

The Chief Executive summarised key achievements such as early completion of the Council’s financial statements to a good standard, recognition of a clear communications strategy and strong leadership of the Council’s recovery from the impact of the pandemic.  Reference to reduced comparative performance information reflected the impact of the pandemic upon all councils.  Whilst it was acknowledged that the position on rent arrears had steadied, further opportunities were being explored to improve performance and engage with tenants.

In response to Allan Rainford’s question on identifying different ways of working, Gwilym Bury said that the report set out the findings of audit work during 2020/21 and acknowledged the significant pressures arising from the pandemic.

The recommendation was moved by Allan Rainford and seconded by Councillor Janet Axworthy.

RESOLVED:

That the Committee is assured by the content and observations of the Auditor General for Wales’ Annual Audit Summary report for 2020/21.