The importance of maintaining basic standards of public accountability

An insightful read from the NAO. Gareth Davies’ three focus points are spot on…. but for me the first (integrity and accountability) is paramount……….  

Efficiency savings require learning past lessons – National Audit Office (NAO) insight

Gareth Davies:

“I draw three big lessons for public spending in large scale emergencies.

Firstly, the importance of maintaining basic standards of public accountability even in a crisis, and restoring normal controls as soon as possible. 

Secondly, the central role of good quality data in responding quickly and targeting resources accurately. 

And thirdly, the need for a new approach to improving the country’s resilience to large scale emergencies, which minimises the impact on current and future taxpayers. ”