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Summary
The Audit Committee of Westmorland and Furness Council met on Monday, 10 June 2024, to discuss various audit-related matters, including the appointment of an Independent Chair for the Audit Committee. The committee recommended Fiona Daley for the position following a rigorous recruitment process.
Appointment of Independent Chair of the Audit Committee
The committee discussed the appointment of Fiona Daley as the Independent Chair of the Audit Committee. The Director of Resources (Section 151 Officer) presented a detailed report on the recruitment process, which was described as open, competitive, and rigorous, adhering to best practices for effective audit committee functioning. The committee unanimously voted to recommend Fiona Daley for the position. The appointment would make her a co-opted member of the council for four years, although she would not have voting rights.
Ms P Duke, the Director of Resources, emphasised the importance of this role, stating:
The recruitment of the Independent Chair had followed an open, competitive, rigorous recruitment process and represented best practice in respect of how effective Audit Committees should function.1
The meeting concluded with the committee's recommendation to the council to appoint Fiona Daley as the Independent Chair of the Audit Committee.
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