national audit office

July 1, 2019

NAO report on the government's response to serious and organised crime

The National Audit Office says there are still significant and avoidable shortcomings in the government's approach to serious and organised crime.
June 29, 2019

Department for Work and Pensions annual report and accounts published

Personal Independence Payment has the highest level of underpayments, at 3.8 per cent of expenditure.
June 27, 2019

NAO investigation into NHS Property Services published

NHS Property Services lacks the powers it needs to make its tenants sign lease agreements and pay their rent, which has contributed to increasing levels of outstanding debt, says the National Audit Office.
June 21, 2019

National Audit Office report on the effectiveness of government spending on overseas aid

The National Audit Office says widening Official Development Assistance expenditure to other departments has increased risks to its effectiveness.
June 14, 2019

National Audit Office report on ensuring food safety and standards

NAO says the regulatory system is showing signs of strain, with fewer food control staff in local authorities at a time when the system faces increased challenges as the UK moves towards new trading relationships after Brexit.
June 8, 2019

NAO reports on government use of consultants in Brexit preparations

In its review of contracts for EU Exit consultancy, the NAO found that some had not been published as recommended, and all that had been published were significantly redacted.
June 6, 2019

National Audit Office reviews government's new farming policy

Direct payments from the EU currently account for an average of 61 per cent of farms’ net profit. A major shift away from traditional farming towards an environmental stewardship scheme will need time and space for evaluation.
May 20, 2019

National Audit Office briefing on preparation for future trade negotiations

The government’s negotiation of new trade deals could have long-lasting implications for UK citizens and significant sections of the economy, such as food and financial services.
May 17, 2019

National Audit Office report on managing the BBC's pay bill

The BBC needs to ensure it has stronger oversight of its costs at the top of the organisation according to a new report by the National Audit Office.
May 6, 2019

National Audit Office investigation into government’s land disposal strategy

National Audit Office says it would be a concern if departments are selling land and property to support day to day running costs, but the NAO cannot say whether this is the case.