The AGS covers the following key aspects of
the governance environment in place at
Wokingham Borough Council during 2018/19:
•?Establishing and monitoring the achievement of the
council’s objectives;
•?Facilitation of Policy and Decision-making;
•?Financial Management;
•?Performance Management; and
•?Risk Management.
It also comments on the effectiveness of the Council’s
governance arrangements, including the system of internal control
and the effectiveness of Internal Audit. It identifies areas of
significant governance weaknesses that the Council intends to
address to further improve the governance framework in place. This
demonstrates the council’s commitment to openness and
transparency.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: None Specific;
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
N/a
Decision due: 24 Jul 2019 by Audit Committee
Lead director: Deputy Chief Executive - Graham Ebers
Department: Governance
Contact: Catherine Hickman Email: catherine.hickman@wokingham.gov.uk Tel: 07917 265742.