To receive a report of the Audit and Assurance Manager.

The Committee received a report of the Audit and Assurance Manager providing a summary of the work of Audit and Assurance during the period October to December 2015, as well as providing ongoing assurance to the Council on the adequacy of its control environment.

Audits completed during the period included two reviews relating to the Stockport, Trafford and Rochdale (STAR) Shared Procurement Service which Stockport Council led on.  The terms of reference for these reviews had been agreed with Trafford and Rochdale Internal Audit teams.

It was also noted that a number of school follow up audits were completed and good progress was being made by the respective schools in implementing previous recommendations.  The report also provided a resources update, as well as an update on the planned work for quarter 4 of 2015/16.

            RESOLVED: That the report be noted.

To receive a report of the Audit and Assurance Manager.

The Committee received a report of the Audit and Assurance Manager providing a summary of the work of Audit and Assurance during the period July to September 2015. The report also provided ongoing assurance to the Council on the adequacy of its control environment.

Discussions were had regarding the Chancellor’s statement on the possible removal of Local Authority presence within schools in relation to audits, and how this could free up resources.

Members discussed the recovery of funds from damaged street furniture.  Issues arising from the audit of Sale Waterside Arts Centre were also discussed.  The Audit and Assurance Manager confirmed that Springfield Primary School will be contacted in the next 6 to 12 months for a further update to review progress made in implementing recommendations.

            RESOLVED: That the report be noted.