LocalGov.co.uk - Your authority on UK local government masthead
Martin Ford 06 February 2024

Audit 'backstops' could become permanent

Audit backstops could become permanent image
Image: MIND AND I / Shutterstock.com.

‘Backstop’ dates designed to reset the local audit system could become a ‘permanent feature,’ the Government has admitted.

In a bid to slash the backlog, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) plans to introduce a deadline of September 30 to complete all outstanding audits – viewed as a bold and unprecedented proposal.

Visit The MJ (£) to continue reading.

#Audit #Finance

Analysis

Opinion

Most Popular News

Four in 10 of England’s councils to require bail outs image
Four in 10 of England’s councils to require bail outs
Experts concern over LGR decision-making image
Experts' 'concern' over LGR decision-making
Councils prepare for political turmoil image
Councils prepare for political turmoil
Social care reform caught in political catch-22, report finds image
'Social care reform caught in political catch-22,' report finds
Widespread lack of understanding to blame for key worker oversight image
'Widespread lack of understanding' to blame for key worker oversight

New Products

Safeguarding Children - the AAT Way

MSL enhances hygiene auditing with air quality testing for Awaab’s Law compliance

Cadcorp launches Mapestry

Bolton Council Upgrades 120+ School Crossings with Smart CMS Control by Lucy Zodion

NEC CONTRACTS HAS GONE DIGITAL: PAPERLESS, TO GIVE YOU MORE

Vent-Axia Delivers Social Housing a Smart Ventilation Solution Ahead of Awaab’s Law

New remotely lockable cabinet will help manage medication for people with mental health issues

Case Studies

Acrospire Delivers Seamless Heritage Lighting Upgrade on Bath’s North Parade Bridge

Acrospire Delivers Retrofit Lighting for Newbridge’s Joe Calzaghe Footbridge

Acrospire Delivers PIR-Controlled Lighting at Ruislip Lido Car Park

Spennymoor Market Place and Consett Middle Street revitalised using Thorn Lighting’s Thor Lanterns and Customisable Gobo Projectors

Acrospire Partners with Bath & North East Somerset Council to Illuminate Historic Film Location with LED Upgrade

Believ to install 22 charge points across Redcar and Cleveland

Acrospire Enhances Harlington Underpass with Energy-Saving Vandal-Resistant Lighting

Company Anouncements

AAT helps Councils step up to address children’s social care

CU Phosco Approved as a Crown Commercial Service Supplier

Acrospire triumphs at the 2025 HEA Awards with Sustainable Project of the Year

TRT Lighting retrofit helps Lincolnshire County Council cut street lighting energy use by over 65%

Vent-Axia Welcomes Healthy Homes Standard

Vent-Axia Helps Tackle Condensation and Mould this World Ventilation Day

Airtech Calls For Urgent Government Action to Support Radon Awareness Week

Popular Topics

#Workforce #Waste management #Unions #Transport #Tourism #Think tank #Tax #Sport #social care #Skills #SEND #Scotland #Schools #Safety #Regeneration
SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Family Group Conference Coordinator WMF2787e

Westmorland and Furness Council
£34,434 - £35,412
The Family Group Conference offers a specialised service which works with families. Cumbria / Various
Recuriter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Policy, Performance and Systems Manager

Luton Borough Council
£60,379 - £63,721 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance
We are seeking a Policy, Performance and Systems Manager to provide strategic & operational leadership across our procurement ecosystem. Luton, Bedfordshire
Recuriter: Luton Borough Council

Senior Waste Strategy Officer

North East Lincolnshire Council
NJC31 - £41,771
You’ll enjoy working in a dynamic setting where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. North East Lincolnshire
Recuriter: North East Lincolnshire Council

Head of Service - Housing and Homelessness Prevention

North East Lincolnshire Council
LGE02 - £65,211
Are you a proven leader with a record of transformation in housing and support services? North East Lincolnshire
Recuriter: North East Lincolnshire Council

Cook - Older Adults WMF2788e

Westmorland and Furness Council
£25,583
As a cook, you will be required to plan, prepare, and serve meals that are nutritionally balanced and meet a variety of specific dietary needs. Flookburgh, Grange-Over-Sands
Recuriter: Westmorland and Furness Council
Linkedin Banner