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Local Audit Office powers set as government responds to consultation
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10 Apr 25
The Local Audit Office will not be able to force councils to amend their accounts in response to auditor concerns, the government has confirmed following fears over the body’s independence and potential overreach.
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Culture weaknesses in public sector contributed to scandals and disasters, committee finds
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28 Mar 25
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19 Mar 25
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