Conference / Audit conference 2023

This session will explore the latest developments in cyber security and provide insights on what audit committees should be doing to get assurance over their cyber security arrangements. We will hear about recent examples of how organisations have successfully prevented cyber-attacks and mitigated the impact of incidents. Tom will also touch upon the importance of staff awareness of cyber threats and what organisations can do on top of mandatory training to increase resilience.

Speakers

Tom Russell   / Non-Executive Director and Chair of Audit Committee , Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Erin will provide a brief overview of ISA 315 and 240, highlighting changes to the audit approach as a result and where auditor focus has changed for the year-end audit. Emily will then be discussing the benefits of the Auditor’s Annual Report, key messages from the value for money work to date and risk areas for the 2022/23 value for money commentary.

Speakers

Emily J Mayne   / Health Value for Money Director , Grant Thornton UK

Erin McIntyre   / Senior Manager, Public Sector Audit Quality , Grant Thornton UK

Robert White and NAO financial audit directors Anna Kinghan and Peter Morland will summarise the key points and audit findings arising from the 2021/ 22 DHSC and arm length bodies’ audits and relevant matters going forward.

Speakers

Robert White   / Former Director for Health Value for Money Audit , National Audit Office

Anna Kinghan   / Financial Audit Director , National Audit Office

Peter Morland   / Financial Audit Director , National Audit Office

In this interactive session, Fenella will touch upon the factors that lead NHS organisations to thinking short-term, hindering ICS's full potential. Drawing upon the Good Governance Institute's experience working across the NHS, she will share key themes for better streamlining of structure and governance. Fenella will also highlight how audit colleagues can promote the adoption and growth of best practices.

Speakers

Fenella McVey   / Principal Consultant, Director of Innovation , Good Governance Institute