Accountability & Governance for Arm’s Length Bodies

The course explains the rationale for arm’s length bodies, latest government policy regarding the relationship between sponsor departments and ALB, and best practice regarding departmental oversight. The course addresses all the essential governance requirements for those working in and with ALB.

Key Training Features:

• The role of the Accounting Officer
• The rationale for ALBs
• Current government policy
• The oversight role of the sponsoring department
• The Board - Board Governance Training
• The audit and risk assurance committee
• Current developments in ALB governance

Who Can Attend:

This course is suitable for executive and non-executives throughout all UK jurisdictions with governance responsibilities in the ALB sector (including public corporations and unclassified public bodies). This course is also suitable for departmental staff who have responsibility for ALB sponsorship and oversight

Pre-Requisites:

This course is designed for those who are either involved in the sponsorship of ALBs or those who have responsibility for governance and financial management within the ALB sector.

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the different types of ALB and key aspects of the relationship between ALB and their sponsoring departments. The course provides the opportunity to focus on public sector governance and accountability arrangements and how these might differ from a private sector entity as well as a better understanding and appreciation of the governance responsibilities of board members and senior managers (including the Accounting Officer). Attendees will also gain a good insight into the fiduciary duties of public servants as expressed in Managing Public Money and other central government guidance which relates to ALB.