Annual Report For Committee

The objectives of internal audit are to: Review the adequacy of Cafcass internal controls to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, economy, propriety and value for money across Cafcass operations Comment on the effectiveness of these controls in achieving the objectives of the Organisation, and highlight the consequences of any weaknesses Recommend, after discussion with senior management, the internal controls and systems, that are necessary to ensure the effectiveness of all levels of management in their stewardship policies and procedures, as well as external regulations Provide advice and support to Cafcass in respect of risk management systems and in the wider performance of the organisation s remit Liaise effectively with the National Audit Office so as to ensure that the NAO can adequately assess and place reliance on the Cafcass internal audit function in preparation of the annual accounts Comply in full with the Government Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and industry best practice..