Value for money examinations and national studies

The WAO has developed a rolling programme of value-for-money (VFM) examinations and studies, closely involving those working in and using Assembly services, including health, and local government services. Studies focus on areas of significant risk to value for money, and where real improvements can be made. The WAO consults widely on its choice of studies, so that they address the issues that are most important to stakeholders, and so that any recommendations are realistic. Each study is carried out by a team that normally includes practitioners in the area under review or draws on other sources of expertise.

Examinations and studies usually result in published reports. As well as enabling accountability, these may inform policy and practice and may lead to the development of self-help tools.

October 2007: The Auditor General’s portfolio of value for money examinations

Value for money examinations and other work to be presented to the Audit Committee 2007-2008 click here (pdf document)

For the Auditor General’s programme of value for money examinations (2005-06) click here

Final programme of value for money examinations to start in 2006/2007 click here.

For more information on the value for money work of the Auditor General click here.

Local Studies

Building on risk assessments the WAO delivers value for money studies that are tailored to local need across public services in Wales.

For our national and local reports click here.