Paragraph 20 Examination into use of resourcesI1

England and Wales

(1)

The Auditor General for Wales may carry out examinations into the economy, efficiency and effectiveness with which resources have been used in the discharging of the OEGW’s functions.

(2)

But that does not entitle the Auditor General for Wales to question the merits of the OEGW’s policy objectives.

(3)

Before carrying out an examination, the Auditor General for Wales must—

(a)

consult Senedd Cymru, and

(b)

take into account the views of Senedd Cymru as to whether or not an examination should be carried out.

(4)

The Auditor General for Wales must—

(a)

as soon as is reasonably practicable, publish a report of the results of an examination carried out under this paragraph, and

(b)

lay a copy of the report before Senedd Cymru.

Annotations

Commencement

I1: Sch. 1 para. 20 in force at 27.6.2026, see s. 46(2)(c)