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The Director of Corporate Strategy and Development introduced John Cornett and Katie Scott from KPMG, External Auditors, who were present to introduce the External Audit 2017/18 Annual Report and answer any questions.

John Cornett drew Members’ attention to the key issues of the summary of the report and thanked Officers for their assistance.

The recommendation to note the report and letter of management representation was moved, seconded, voted on and carried.

The Chair thanked John Cornett and Katie Scott for their work over the past 6 years.

RESOLVED:

1.    To note the External Auditor’s report at Annex A of the report.

2.    To note the letter of management representation at Annex B of the report to be signed by the Chair of Audit Resources and Performance Committee and the Chief Finance Officer.