July 2026: audit opinion data
We have published the number of audit opinions delivered up to 31 July 2026 on our website. Data for previous months can be viewed on our monthly audit opinion data page.
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August 2026 update
Read more of: August 2026 updateThis edition of our quarterly e-bulletin includes an update on local audit reform, details of our consultation on the 2026/27 fees, and a summary of local audit news from elsewhere. We want to thank all the Directors of Finance and Audit Committee Chairs who took the time to complete our client survey for the 2024/25 […]
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Consultation outcome on firms’ project cost fee variations
Read more of: Consultation outcome on firms’ project cost fee variationsPSAA has published the outcome of our consultation on a one-off fee variation to recover audit firms’ project costs arising from the local audit backlog solution. The final fee variation applies to bodies that received a backstop-related disclaimed or qualified opinion in 2024/25. We welcome the feedback we received during our consultation and thank all […]
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Latest update to auditor appointment directories
Read more of: Latest update to auditor appointment directoriesWe have published updates to our auditor appointment directories following our April updates from our audit suppliers: You can also visit our pages that list all directories for 2018/19 to 2022/23 and 2023/24 to 2027/28.
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CIPFA LASAAC launches consultation on the 2027/28 Code of Practice
Read more of: CIPFA LASAAC launches consultation on the 2027/28 Code of PracticeCIPFA LASAAC has issued its consultation on the 2027/28 Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting in the UK (the Code). The 2027/28 Code will apply to accounting periods starting on or after 1 April 2027. The survey closes on 27 September 2026. Further details about the consultation can be found on the CIPFA website.
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June 2026: audit opinion data
Read more of: June 2026: audit opinion dataWe have published the number of audit opinions delivered up to 30 June 2026 on our website. Data for previous months can be viewed on our monthly audit opinion data page.
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Press release: Bill Butler confirmed as Chair of the Local Audit Office
Read more of: Press release: Bill Butler confirmed as Chair of the Local Audit OfficePublic Sector Audit Appointments Limited (PSAA) welcomes the confirmation of Bill Butler as Chair of the Local Audit Office (LAO) by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Bill will continue in his role as PSAA Chair, helping the two organisations to work together as the overhaul of local audit progresses. PSAA has put […]
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MHCLG seeks Controller of Local Audit
Read more of: MHCLG seeks Controller of Local AuditMHCLG is seeking to appoint the Controller of Local Audit for the Local Audit Office. The deadline for applications is 11:55pm on 12 July 2026. Further details are available at: Local Audit Office appointments.
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May 2026: audit opinion data
Read more of: May 2026: audit opinion dataWe have published the number of audit opinions delivered up to 31 May 2026 on our website. Data for previous months can be viewed on our monthly audit opinion data page.
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Contract Monitoring Data Pack: Quarter 4 for 2025/26
Read more of: Contract Monitoring Data Pack: Quarter 4 for 2025/26PSAA has published its Contract Monitoring Data Pack: Quarter 4 for 2025/26. We produce quarterly reports on our contracted firms, building up information as the year progresses. The data pack covers audit opinions, approved fee variations and electors’ objections up to 31 March 2026. 24 audit opinions are outstanding for audits up to 2024/25, which […]