Audit Committee Update is our regular briefing for audit committee members.
This issue's main topic is assessing the effectiveness of the audit committee. The article highlights four key questions that an audit committee should consider and includes practical suggestions for undertaking a self-assessment.
Also in this issue is an update on the requirements for the appointment of external auditors for local authorities, police, fire and also clinical commissioning groups and health trusts.
Issue 18 also includes our regular update on other developments, guidance and relevant publications.