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More ambition and stronger management needed to maximise benefits from over £3 billion a year infrastructure spend

The Wales Infrastructure Investment Strategy is a step forwards in providing a long-term, outcome-focused direction

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Audit Wales launches ambitious new strategy

This new five year strategy comes at a critical time for public services

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NHS spending increases as two health boards breach financial...

Eleven of the twelve NHS bodies’ 2021-22 audited accounts have been published today showing a clear picture of increased spending and some irregular spending in year.

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Audit Wales work placement opportunities

Are you currently studying for an accredited finance or accountancy qualification and looking to gain some experience of working in the public sector external audit environment?

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Concerted action is needed by NHS Wales to tackle the waitin...

It could take NHS Wales up to seven years or more to return waiting lists to pre-pandemic levels

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Work is needed to realise the long-term benefits and track o...

The Welsh Government has worked well with the education profession to co-design the new curriculum, but it was initially developed without assessing its direct or opportunity costs.

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We’re hiring for several new roles!

We’re looking for a Change Project Manager, Senior Studio Co-ordinator, Senior Auditor – Performance, Law & Ethics Specialist (Information Officer) and Relief Auditor – Accounts.

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