Preparing for a Successful 25/26 Internal Audit
With Eleanor Greene, Chief Accountant at Do the Numbers Ltd
Discover internal audit best practice ahead of Year End, gain a clear understanding of key financial and governance requirements and learn how to avoid common pitfalls.
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In this on-demand webinar, experienced internal auditor Eleanor Greene, Chief Accountant at Do the Numbers Ltd as well as Secretary to the Internal Audit Forum, shares expert guidance on Town & Parish Council audits, the 25/26 Annual Governance & Accountability Return (AGAR) requirements, and the latest compliance updates affecting local councils.
You’ll learn what’s changing in the 2025/26 audit, including updates to the SAPPP Practitioners’ Guide, internal audit expectations, and upcoming transparency requirements. The session also breaks down the often-misunderstood Assertion 10 rules, covering website compliance, GDPR responsibilities, email domain requirements, and how councils can avoid common audit issues.
Designed for Clerks, Responsible Financial Officers (RFOs) and Councillors, this webinar provides clear, practical advice on preparing for audits, maintaining proper documentation, and ensuring your council remains compliant with governance and transparency regulations.
You will discover:
- Key AGAR and audit changes affecting parish councils
- What Assertion 10 really requires (and common mistakes to avoid)
- Best practices for websites, email domains, and data governance
- Upcoming transparency and reporting requirements for councils
- How to prepare your council for future audit changes