Use of Resources (UoR) is an annual assessment to evaluate how well Council’s manage and use their financial resources. The assessment focuses on the importance of having sound and strategic financial management to ensure that resources are available to support the Council’s priorities and improve services. This is represented through five themes:
A copy of the latest report for 2006/07 (published February 2008) can be accessed through the following link:
Details of the 'Key Lines of Enquiry' that the Audit Commission use to inspect this are available through the link below.
In addition, the Council also has examples of notable practice which were agreed by the Audit Commission. Further details are set out below along with details on each of the lead officers should you require any further information.