Teesworks Programme: Audit
Debate between Lord Khan of Burnley and Lord Foulkes of Cumnock(3 months, 3 weeks ago)
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Lord Khan of Burnley (Lab)
I cannot comment on the meeting schedule of the Tees Valley Combined Authority. That is something for it to look at. In relation to the timeline, I have said to the House in previous answers that until six months have passed and the mayor has had an opportunity to address the concerns in relation to the 26 recommendations, we cannot work on this further. In the meantime, we recognise the point made by my noble friend that local audit needs transformative change, and noble Lords will very shortly hear the plans for changing the way local in which audit takes place.
Lord Foulkes of Cumnock (Lab Co-op)
My Lords, does the Minister share my mystification that none of the Conservative Members of this House are getting on their feet to make a comment?
Lord Khan of Burnley (Lab)
My Lords, I always enjoy my noble friend’s mystification. However, I cannot comment on this particular issue. Noble Lords are very welcome to ask any questions, and I am looking forward to them.