To consider the report of the Audit Committee proposing the appointment of external auditors for 2023-24 (plus 5 years).

The Council considered the report of the Audit Committee regarding the appointment of External Auditors.

DECISION:

1.       Note the Appointment of External Auditors for 2023-24 (plus 5 years) report.

2.       Agree to opt into the national scheme operated by the Public Sector Audit Appointments for external auditor appointments.

(Action by:Kevin Bartle, Interim Corporate Director, Resources (s.151 Officer))

Mr Bartle, Interim Corporate Director for Resources and Section 151 Officer presented this report stating the Audit Committee was being asked to approve the process for the appointment of external auditors for the next five years. Mr Bartle said it was recommended that the Council join the Public Sector Audit Appointments (PSAA) scheme, who would oversee the process of appointment.

Members of the Committee had no questions for Mr Bartle.

The Audit Committee RESOLVED to:

1. Recommend to full Council that the Council opts into the national scheme operated by the PSAA for external audit appointments.