Dental recovery plan unlikely to deliver target of 1.5m additional treatments
Published on:The dental recovery plan, launched in February 2024, is unlikely deliver an additional 1.5 million treatments by March 2025.
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Spending watchdog disclaims government’s accounts for the first time
Published on:The Whole of Government Accounts consolidates accounts from over 10,000 public bodies, providing an overview of the UK’s public finances.
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Systems for managing conflicts of interest in the civil service not being implemented consistently
Published on:Gaps in how public bodies manage conflicts of interest among staff pose a risk to government’s ability to perform its functions objectively.
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BBC’s main commercial arm meets financial targets to grow business but faces challenges long-term
Published on:This report looks at the financial and non-financial performance of BBC Studios, and if it is on track to meet its strategic objectives.
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Purchase of the Northeye site for asylum accommodation did not meet minimum standards
Published on:Home Office’s quick acquisition of the Northeye site for asylum accommodation led to it cutting corners and paying more than it needed to.
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Energy bills support schemes ‘undoubtedly successful at protecting majority of consumers’
Published on:Energy bills support successfully protected many people and businesses during 2022 and 2023 from rising energy prices.
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Spending watchdog warns system for preventing cardiovascular disease isn’t working effectively
Published on:A review of how NHS Health Checks are provided in England is needed to improve the system for preventing cardiovascular disease.
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Government should publish a target date for ending cladding remediation
Published on:Up to 60% of buildings with dangerous cladding have not yet been identified & remediation for buildings within government’s portfolio is slow.
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‘Cultural shift’ at spending review can make public money work harder
Published on:A new National Audit Office report comprises eight lessons to help ministers and senior officials as they plan the 2025 Spending Review.
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Special Educational Needs system is financially ‘unsustainable’
Published on:The NAO’s report highlights that England’s special educational needs system is not delivering better outcomes for children and young people.
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Sellafield nuclear site not yet achieving value for money
Published on:Sellafield nuclear site is not yet achieving value for money due to concerns over project management, the pace of delivery and staffing.
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Ukrainian troops better prepared for war after training in the UK
Published on:89% of Ukrainian troops trained this year by the British Army under Operation Interflex felt better equipped to survive on the battlefield.
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Code of Audit Practice 2024
Published on:The National Audit Office (NAO) has published the new draft Code of Audit Practice (the Code) 2024.
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Small businesses evading tax leave HMRC billions out of pocket
Published on:The UK is losing billions of pounds a year due to tax evasion by small businesses, which can easily exploit weaknesses in government systems.
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Buckingham Palace Reservicing on track
Published on:A programme to update Buckingham Palace costing £369 million has been well-managed to date and demonstrates good practice in numerous areas.
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Ambition to reduce Crown Court backlog no longer achievable
Published on:The Crown Court backlog is the highest on record and the Ministry of Justice’s (MoJ) ambition to reduce the caseload to 53,000 by March 2025 is no longer achievable.
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Delays and uncertainty hamper post EU exit border ambitions
Published on:Government has repeatedly changed its plans for introducing full import controls following the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU).
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Risks to the long-term effectiveness of new biodiversity net gain scheme
Published on:There are risks to the long-term effectiveness of a new policy to make sure developers protect or improve biodiversity
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Taxpayers let down by poor HMRC customer service
Published on:Customers cumulatively spent 798 years on hold waiting to speak with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in 2022-23.
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Digital skills shortage contributed to delays in flagship pensions dashboards programme
Published on:Capacity and capability issues, including a lack of digital skills, have contributed to delays to government’s Pensions Dashboards Programme.