Effective corporate governance resides at the heart of the Government's agenda to continually modernise and improve public services. There is also a recognised need for public sector organisations to work together to counter fraud and corruption. CIPFA’s expertise and extensive range of services help public sector practitioners implement effective risk management strategies in their organisations, and to promote good conduct and high ethical standards within public services.
Evolving public audit
Steve Freer, CIPFA chief executive, writes for new SOLACE report, The Future of Public Audit
The abolition of the Audit Commission is not the only driver for change. Transparency, austerity and localism are also in the mix. The proposed abolition of the Audit Commission remains one of the most unexpected policy announcements made by the government. While the subsequent storm of controversy has long since blown over, there remain considerable uncertainties about its implications for the long term health and success of public audit in the UK.
The Commission has made a very significant contribution to our public services during its relatively short life. As well as discharging its core responsibilities for local financial and value for money audits, through a mixed market of high quality providers, it has also highlighted many of the key opportunities for efficiency and service improvement across the local public services landscape. Read full article >> |
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Other services you may be interested in:
- CIPFA’s Better Governance Forum (BGF)
The BGF provides guidance and best practice solutions to help members deliver improved leadership, stewardship and control within their organisation.
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- Certificate in Investigative Practice Qualification
Carry out civil, criminal, and regulatory investigations to best practice standards and secure relevant, admissible evidence. Starts 11 September and available as single modules.
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CIPFA’s Procurement and Commissioning (CPCN)
Helping you with workable solutions enabling you to achieve economies of scale and increase efficiencies for
a transformed procurement function.
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Events
Audit Conference: audit in an era of change
23-24 May, Nottingham
The leading audit event in the public sector calendar once again provides strategic insight and practical support and is sponsored by Grant Thornton. Highlights include:
- Public Sector Internal Audit Standards, launch of draft standards for consultation
- The future of public sector governance from Prof Tony Bovaird
- Effective leadership of internal audit from Grant Thornton and CIPFA
- Assurance on high risk projects from the NAO
- Results from a major survey on internal audit in the public services
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Publications
We are the most comprehensive publisher of public sector financial management information. Written by practitioners our publications are a trusted and valued source of information and guidance.
Board Governance Essentials:
This guide offers chairs and board members advice on the roles that they perform to make their time with the board as effective as possible.
Book £80.00 Buy now |
A Practical Guide to the Internal Audit of the Operational Phase of PFI Projects
Decisions made during the development and procurement phases of a PFI project clearly have long-term implications, which need to be fully assessed and evaluated by internal auditors. This publication addresses these issues.
Book £195.00 Buy now |
Systems Based Auditing Control Matrices: Series 9 – People Management
An essential tool for auditors to enable a comprehensive risk-based review of the effectiveness of an organisation’s people management system.
Binder and CD-ROM £450.00 Buy now |
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Governance training courses
Preventing and Detecting Procurement Fraud
10 May, Leeds; 25 Sept, London; 11 Oct, Birmingham
£295 + VAT
Get guidance and best practice to prevent the risk of procurement fraud in your organisation.
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Advanced Audit Committees
16 May, Leeds
Acquire the tools that you need to tackle current challenges.
£295 + VAT |
Lean Audit
20 June, London
£295 + VAT
Look afresh at Internal Audit processes and practices and make a wider contribution to any organisation working to an efficiency agenda. |
Essential Skills for Board Members
12 June, London
£295 + VAT
A new course for board members – get the knowledge, skills, and confidence to carry out your role effectively. |
Fraud Awareness in Academies – half day
29 May London; 26 June Leeds
£175 + VAT
Receive an explanation of the fraud risks faced by academies - and devise strategies and procedures to tackle fraud. |
Leading Internal Audit in Tough Times
16-17 October 2012, London
£495 + VAT
Insight into the key leadership and management skills needed to drive performance in an environment with limited resources, rapid change and heightened stakeholder expectations. |
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Better Governance Forum events
Building The Business Case For Corporate Counter Fraud
16 May, York; 30 May, London
£295 + VAT
This workshop covers examples and types of counter fraud, risk assessments as well as key principles for developing your business case. |
The Influential Audit Committee
18 July, Birmingham
£295 + VAT
This event outlines current developments and legislation that impact on the role of the audit committee. It will also provide assurance planning and effective public reporting in the public sector. |
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