Issue - meetings

Report by Audit Scotland

The Committee heard from John Cornett of Audit Scotland, who outlined the External Audit Annual Audit Plan 2019/20, which included an overview of the planned scope and timing of their audit.  It was noted that while Audit Scotland were working to the timescales outlined within the Plan, their ability to meet deadlines could be compromised due to ongoing measures to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus.   

Decision:

The Audit and Scrutiny Committee agreed to note the contents of the Annual Audit Plan 2019/20. 

(Ref:  Annual Audit Plan 2019/20, submitted)