When an authority ceases to exist they are automatically removed from our scheme in line with the Regulations. The decision to opt in is not binding on the new authority which is free to make its own decision. If an authority decided not to accept the opt-in invitation for the appointing period 2023/24 to 2027/28 […]
Below are some of the key differences in the approach for the procurement of audit services completed in 2022 compared to the 2017 procurement. Feedback on the proposed approach was sought from all eligible bodies, and current and prospective suppliers during June 2021. We expressed a preference to enter into new long-term contracts at the […]
We continue to work closely with a range of local audit stakeholders including DLUHC, the FRC, the NAO, CIPFA, ICAEW and the LGA to help identify and develop further initiatives to strengthen the local audit. Our e-bulletins provide details of recent developments. We know that there is a long way to go before something approaching a […]
A newly established eligible body has the right to opt in by giving notice to PSAA. An eligible body who was invited to join but declined only has the right to request to become an opted-in authority. The notice must confirm the body’s decision to opt in, and must specify the body’s postal address. The […]
Opting into the appointing person scheme removes the need for a body to set up an independent Auditor Panel. The detailed requirements for this are set out in the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 and the Local Audit (Appointing Person) Regulations 2015.
No, acceptance of PSAA’s invitation to opt in means that the body is opted in for the duration of the compulsory appointing period (typically set at five years, so from either 2018/19 or 2023/24). The only exception is where the body ceases to exist or the body ceases to fall within the classes of authorities […]
A decision to become an opted-in body must be taken in accordance with the Regulations that is by the members of an authority meeting as a whole, except where the authority is a corporation sole, such as a police and crime commissioner, in which case this decision can be taken by the holder of that […]
An eligible body that did not accept the opt-in invitation for an appointing period may request to opt in during the appointing period only: PSAA must consider a request as the appointing person in accordance with the Regulations. It must agree to the request unless it has reasonable grounds for refusing it and notify the […]
PSAA… Joining the scheme… And finally, please note that… For further information please contact generalenquiries@psaa.co.uk.