Finance & Governance Returns
Transparency Code
This statement supports the Government’s aim to increase transparency and democratic accountability by ensuring that local electors and residents can easily access key information about how public money is spent and how decisions are made.
Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities
Under the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, Cayton Parish Council, with an annual turnover exceeding £25,000, is required to complete the Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) each year. The Council is subject to an annual limited assurance review by an appointed external auditor and prepares its accounts in accordance with the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015.
Transparency enables residents to understand how the Council operates, how public funds are managed, and how decisions are taken on their behalf. The Council is committed to openness and ensures that relevant information is published and accessible.
Published Information
Cayton Parish Council makes the following information available:
- All items of expenditure above £500 – On request
- End of Year Accounts (Accounting Statements – AGAR Section 2) – See Finance & Governance Return page
- Annual Governance Statement (AGAR Section 1) – See Finance & Governance Return page
- Internal Audit Report – See Finance & Governance Return page
- External Auditor Report and Certificate – See Finance & Governance Return page
- Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Accounts – See Finance & Governance Return page
- List of Councillors – See People page
- Minutes, agendas, and meeting papers of formal meetings – See Meetings page
Cayton Parish Council is committed to maintaining high standards of governance and accountability. By making this information available, the Council aims to ensure that residents are fully informed and able to participate in local democratic processes.