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Audit, Governance and Standards Committee

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Kingston upon Thames Council recently extended the terms of independent members on its Audit, Governance and Standards Committee to ensure continuity.

Kingston upon Thames Council extended the terms of two independent members of its Audit, Governance and Standards Committee in November 2025. Julian Adams and Manpreet Mahal will now serve until October 2028, a decision made to ensure continuity and benefit from their specialist knowledge in maintaining robust financial oversight.

The committee plays a crucial role in monitoring the effectiveness of the council's corporate governance. Its responsibilities include overseeing risk management, internal control, financial governance, treasury management, and counter fraud, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Key facts

  1. Kingston upon Thames Council extended the terms of two independent members of the Audit, Governance and Standards Committee in November 2025. Source
  2. Julian Adams and Manpreet Mahal's terms as independent members were extended until 15 October 2028. Source
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