Standards
Richmond Council's Audit Committee is broadening its focus to include standards and governance, with a preference for dedicated meetings.
Richmond upon Thames Council's Audit, Standards and Statutory Accounts Committee is broadening its focus to include standards and governance, moving beyond its traditional financial scrutiny role. This strategic adjustment was highlighted in October 2026 during a committee meeting where discussions revolved around the committee's evolving priorities.
As part of this shift, the committee reviewed its work programme. A preference was expressed to revert the February meeting back to a Standards meeting rather than an audit update, allowing for more focused discussion on standards and governance matters.
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