The Audit and Risk Committee of Islington Council is scheduled to consider the draft annual internal audit plan for 2025-26 and a bi-annual whistleblowing monitoring report. The committee will also review the council's code of corporate governance.

Draft Annual Internal Audit Plan 2025-26

A key item for discussion is the draft annual internal audit plan for 2025-26. This plan outlines the proposed work programme for the internal audit team, detailing the areas and systems that will be reviewed to ensure the council's operations are efficient, effective, and compliant with regulations. The report includes appendices that provide further detail on the strategy and plan for internal audit for 2026-27.

Bi-Annual Whistleblowing Monitoring Report

The committee is also scheduled to review the bi-annual whistleblowing monitoring report for 2025-26. This report will provide an overview of the whistleblowing activity within Islington Council, including the number of disclosures made, the types of issues raised, and the actions taken in response. Whistleblowing policies are designed to protect individuals who report wrongdoing within an organisation.

Code of Corporate Governance

The council's Code of Corporate Governance for 2025-26 is also on the agenda. This code sets out the principles and practices that guide the council's decision-making and accountability processes. It aims to ensure that the council operates in an open, honest, and effective manner, upholding public trust and confidence. The report includes a document titled CorporateCodereportV1 1.pdf which is likely related to this item.

The committee will also receive a verbal financial update and review its forward plan and action sheet. The minutes from the previous meeting on 27 January 2026 are also to be confirmed.