William Eichler 07 September 2023

Audit reveals ‘deficiencies’ councils’ record keeping

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Auditors have found ‘significant deficiencies’ in the financial management and record keeping of Ammanford Town Council and Llanferres Community Council.

A new report from Audit Wales has revealed that Ammanford Town Council failed to prepare its annual accounts in a timely manner during a period of five financial years, starting in 2016-17.

The report said that this ‘negligence’ indicates a lack of transparency and accountability in the council's financial practices.

Audit Wales’ report also revealed ‘significant and systemic shortcomings’ in the council's procurement methods.

Auditor General, Adrian Crompton said: ‘The councils’ failures to make proper arrangements for financial management and reporting are rightly a matter of public concern. It is important that both councils learn from the findings in my reports and address the deficiencies I have identified.

‘Council members have a responsibility to residents to ensure the proper stewardship of public funds and that the Council properly account for the money they have been entrusted with.’

Both councils have been contacted for comment.

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