The Authority is requested to consider the identification of:

a)         declarations of interest by individual Members in relation to any item of business on the Agenda

b)         any additional items of business which the Chair has determined should be considered as matters of urgency; and

c)         items of business which may require the exclusion of the press and public during consideration thereof because of the possibility of the disclosure of exempt information.

The Minutes of the previous meeting, held on 27^th September 2022, are submitted for approval as a correct record and signature by the Chair.

To consider report CFO/60/22 detailing the outcomes of the Auditor’s finding in relation to the 2021/22 Statement of Accounts and the Authority’s arrangements to secure economy, efficiency and effectiveness in its use of resources.

To consider attached report CFO/61/22 from the Authority’s Auditors, Grant Thornton on delivering their responsibilities to the Authority in relation to 2021/22 and 2022/23 financial statements and value for money requirements.

To consider report CFO/56/22 and to review the revenue, capital, and reserves financial position for the Authority for 2022/23.  The Authority receives regular comprehensive financial reviews during the year which provide a full health check on the Authority’s finances. This report covers the period October to December 2022

To consider report CFO59/22 and to inform Members of the work of internal Audit for the period April to December 2022.