Council budgets and spending

The Finance and Accountancy service supports all other council services to help us achieve our objectives in the Corporate Plan and Council Plan.

Financial activities have to comply with relevant Codes of Practice as recommended by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA). CIPFA is the leading professional accountancy body for public services in the United Kingdom and a member of the Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies.

Proper accounting practices are adhered to in accordance with the Local Government Act 2003 and the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2003.