Agenda item

The Committee considered a report of the Chief Internal Auditor and Corporate Fraud Manager which informed members of the work carried out by Internal Audit during the period April to June 2016 ( for copy see file of Minutes).

The Audit and Fraud Manager highlighted the movements in the plan, removed audits and unplanned reviews added to the plan. The Committee were advised that 76% of the total plan had been delivered, exceeding the target of 68%. There had been 6 audits finalised in the quarter that had been given a limited assurance opinion. With reference to the survey response rate an average score of 4.5 out of 5 was given from service groupings. The summary of progress on the actions due were highlighted and members were informed that all performance indicators had been achieved.

With reference to the surveys, Mr Beavis commented how low the return was from schools.  The Chief Internal Auditor and Corporate Fraud Manager said that the response rate had improved significantly however it was noted that there was room for improvement.

Resolved:

(i)            That the amendments made to the 2016/2017 Annual Audit Plan, be noted.

(ii)          That the work undertaken by Internal Audit during the period ending 31 December 2016 and the assurance on the control environment provided, be noted.

(iii)         That the performance of the Internal Audit Service during the period, be noted.

(iv)         That the progress made by service managers in responding to the work of Internal Audit, be noted.