Decision - Annual Internal Audit Report 2016/17

1)           That the Committee notes that the Head of Internal Audit has given reasonable assurance on:

·         the overall adequacy and effectiveness of the council’s framework of governance, risk management and control for the year-ended 31 March 2017

·         that the council’s arrangements continue to be fit for purpose in accordance with Delivering Good Governance in Local Government Framework 2016 published by CIPFA/SOLACE.

2)           That the Committee notes the council has an effective internal audit function which has achieved some notable successes in 2016/17.

3)           That the Committee notes that opportunities to strengthen the function further have been identified and will be implemented as part of Orbis IA.

4)           That the Committee considers the implications of the Annual Audit Report for the Annual Governance Statement.