Let's be honest – AGAR season can be stressful.
The good news is Lewis Anderson's popular Taking the "GRRR" Out of AGAR course has been refreshed for 2026/27 and now includes updates to the Practitioners' Guide, the latest audit requirements and the introduction of the new digital AGAR submission process.
This practical session focuses on avoiding common audit pitfalls, preparing for year-end throughout the year and understanding what councils need to do to remain compliant. Perfect for clerks, RFOs and councillors involved in finance and governance.
What You’ll Learn
Reflecting on Past Challenges: Common Audit Pitfalls - A comprehensive overview of recurring common pitfalls for councils identified in internal and external audit findings including from the last financial year. Attendees will gain practical strategies to address common gaps, learn from case studies, and ensure compliance with sector best practice.
Preparing for Year-End: Key Actions for Compliance - A review of actions all councils should take ahead of March 31st to ensure that they are audit ready from an Internal Auditor’s perspective. This session covers responding to common over-looked governance areas, and ensuring robust internal controls are in place to remain compliant throughout the year.
What’s New in the Annual Return: Assertion 10, Digital AGAR and More - Stay ahead of regulatory changes with a review of Assertion 10 compliance including email governance, IT policies, accessibility, and compliance, understand the changes coming for the digitisation of the AGAR submission, and more!
👥 Who Should Attend
This session is aimed at Clerks, Responsible Financial Officers (RFOs), Councillors involved in finance.
📅 Course Details
Date: 24 September 2026
Time: 10:00–12:00
Location: Online
💷 Cost
£46 +VAT Members
£92 +VAT Non Members