Useful Links - Internal Audit Service

The following external websites may be a useful source of more detailed information relevant to the work of Internal Audit and the professional accounting services in Local Government.

The Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland provides information on the Business and Practice of Internal Audit and issues Standards, technical advice, publications and other resources.

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) provides technical and other resources for continual professional development of staff up to level of Accounting Technician.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW) is the principal body responsible for establishing the organisational framework of the major accounting bodies in England and Wales. It also sets out  the Accounting Standards, Statements and Reporting Guidance for the financial reporting of trading organisations.

The Consultative Committee of Accounting Bodies (CCAB) is a limited company which represents the 6 major accountancy bodies in matters of regulation, education and training within the accounting industry.

The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy determines the finaicial standards and provides technical advice, publications and other resources for members and students of Public Finance and Accountancy.

Standards, reports, performance information and comparative data from Local Authorities, Health, Housing, Criminal Justice, Fire and Rescue Services are provided by The Audit Commission

The Financial Reporting Council enforces the regulatory activities of the professional accountancy bodies and is involved in the regulation of audit practices and the promotion of corporate governance standards across all areas influenced by the profession. It also provides information about professional Accounting and Auditing standards.

Her Majesty's Stationery Office, the HMSO, produces a range of publications and policy guidance from central government on all aspects of regulatory, legislative and practice issues affecting the public sector.

The DWP, the Department of Work and Pensions, administers all aspects of child support, pensions and welfare benefits and provides performance data, statistics and guidance on matters of employment.

The National Anti Fraud Network is a nationwide agency established to analyse, share and disseminate information and intelligence about fraudulent activities throughout Local Authority members. It is involved in the development of fraud investigation services, maintenance of a national fraud database and operation of a Social Security Fraud Act 2001 Authorised Officer service to member authorities.