Leaving the EU National Audit Office 2020-02-06
2020-02-06
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Q1
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The UK is in the process of leaving the EU, impacting various government departments.
Asks about the assessment by the Public Accounts Commission on how Brexit affects the National Audit Office and its ongoing work.
Notes that during his chairmanship, over 18 years, £14.2 billion in public funds was saved; confirms the NAO regularly revises its work programme to reflect current issues including Brexit and has published reports on various aspects of EU exit preparations.
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The Department for Exiting the EU was established with a specific purpose that is time-limited.
Requests whether the National Audit Office will conduct an investigation into lessons learned from the establishment of the Department for Exiting the European Union.
Affirms that the Comptroller and Auditor General, who is independent, will likely undertake a report on the value for money of the Department for Exiting the European Union and potentially an overview of the UK's exit from the EU in total.
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Q3
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Post-Brexit work on Commonwealth relations may require better guidelines.
Inquires about the results of work done by the National Audit Office concerning Commonwealth countries in light of Brexit, asking how to improve guidance for future operations.
Responds that the NAO will focus on economy and efficiency, aiming to ensure a successful exit from the EU with an emphasis on avoiding waste, such as unnecessary recruitment of civil servants. Highlights the need for close scrutiny to achieve value for money post-Brexit.
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