Alex Farrell

Audit and Standards Committee - Tuesday 30th September 2025 10:00am

The Audit and Standards Committee met to discuss the external audit, the National Fraud Initiative, the internal audit plan, and a proposed addition to the scheme of delegation. The committee agreed to support the proposed addition to the scheme of delegation, which will allow the Director of Finance and Resources to authorise definitive map modification orders when directed by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. The committee also heard updates on the progress of the external and internal audits, and the National Fraud Initiative.

Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 9th September 2025 10:00am

The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Customer Feedback and Complaints Annual Report, and to review and approve the overview and scrutiny work programme for the first quarter of the 2025-2026 municipal year. The committee approved the Customer Feedback and Complaints Annual Report, and approved the overview and scrutiny work programme.

Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 29th July 2025 10:00am

The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the final financial outturn report for 2024-25 and the integrated performance report for quarter one. Councillors also agreed to appoint members to the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) Working Group. Finally, the committee discussed its work programme, raising concerns about NHS funding, food waste strategies and the level of the Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) allowance.

County Council - Thursday 17th July 2025 10:00am

Staffordshire County Council met to discuss highways improvements, the financial outturn for 2024-25, and the adult social care team's recent inspection. The council approved the report of the Independent Remuneration Panel, the Overview and Scrutiny annual report, and a memorandum of understanding regarding health services. They also voted to increase the number of cabinet support members from three to four, adding a role for special educational needs and disability (SEND).

Audit and Standards Committee - Tuesday 8th July 2025 10:00am

The Audit and Standards Committee of Staffordshire County Council convened to discuss internal audit processes, external audit plans, corporate governance, risk management, and standards for panel appointments. The committee approved the updated Code of Corporate Governance for 2025 and the updated Risk Management Policy Statement and Strategy Update for 2025. Members also reviewed the Financial Reporting Council's (FRC) report and the committee's forward plan.