To share with the committee the findings of the national Redmond Review and what expected impact this is expected to have on the future work of the committee.

Grant Thornton went through the presentation included within the agenda pack (pages 67 to 94).

It was noted that changes may not occur for some way as it would be up to the government to take the recommendations forward.  Grant Thornton and the chief finance officer were in favour of the recommendations. 

It was noted that there was already a provision in the Constitution for an independent person to be appointed to the committee.

It was noted that there would be future consideration of an all members’ briefing on the statement of the accounts.  

RESOLVED that

the Committee noted Grant Thornton’s presentation, attached at appendix 1, on the initial Sir Tony Redmond Independent Review of Local Audit and considered the impact on the future role and reporting of the committee.