Forestry Commission Wales (FCW) has met its financial targets and the majority of performance targets. But, it must clarify its priorities and consider its approach to how it runs its business - particularly developing longer-term financial planning and a more coordinated approach to procurement. A report, published today by the Auditor General for Wales, found that the Commission was generally delivering a widening forestry agenda, and is working effectively with partners to deliver the Assembly Government’s priorities for forestry. But, it needs to address a number of significant challenges including a need to develop a clearer corporate direction.
