Decision

The Audit & Governance Committee has decided to arrange training on various topics for its members

Analysis

outcome: Topics for training arranged and training to be held prior to main meetings

summary: Training topics and procedures for the Audit & Governance Committee

topline: The Audit & Governance Committee has decided to arrange training on various topics for its members

reason_contentious: Not contentious as it focuses on improving knowledge and procedures

affected_stakeholders: ["Audit & Governance Committee members", "Councillors"]

contentiousness_score: 2

political_party_relevance: No mention of political parties or influence

URL: https://democracy.westlancs.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=468

Decision Maker: Audit & Governance Committee

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: The Committee considered the Work Programme and dates of future meetings, any amendments or additional items for inclusion and topics for future training requirements.   RESOLVED:   A.    That the following topics for training be arranged:   ·       Statement of Accounts ·       Budgeting ·       Medium Term Financial Planning Procedures ·       Role of External Audit  (Grant Thornton) ·       Role of Internal Audit ·       Risk Management ·       Procurement Strategy   B.    That the training be held prior to the main meeting of the Committee, in person, and also on teams to allow all other Councillors to attend.  

Date of Decision: May 28, 2025