Explanatory Notes

Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014

2014 CHAPTER 2

30 January 2014

Commentary

Part 3 – Appointment Etc of Local Auditors

Paragraph 8: Meaning of “connected entity”

34.This paragraph defines a connected entity for the purposes of the Act. This concept arises in relation to matters such as local auditors’ access to relevant documents, provision of information, and definitions of independence of auditor panel members