Taking the Grrr Out of AGAR

This focused session helps Clerks, RFOs and Councillors prepare for year‑end with confidence. It explores common issues raised by internal and external auditors, highlights key steps for year‑end accuracy, and provides clarity on essential requirements to avoid common pitfalls.

The course includes updates to the AGAR and Practitioners’ Guide for 2026/27. It supports councils in strengthening compliance, improving financial processes, and surviving audit and AGAR submission.

Make AGAR less daunting and more manageable. Explore common audit pitfalls, prepare effectively for year-end, and understand the latest governance and compliance changes affecting councils.

✽ Key Information

Date and Cost

24th September 2026 - 10:00am-12:00pm
5th November 2026 - 10:00am-12:00pm
12th January 2027 - 10:00am-12:00pm

£46 + VAT - Members
£92 + VAT - Non-Members

Venue

Zoom

Useful Information

This session is aimed at Clerks, Responsible Financial Officers (RFOs), Councillors involved in finance.

Delivered By:

Lewis Anderson
Director, Lewis Anderson Enterprises Ltd

Lewis Anderson PSLCC has worked in the local council and VCSE sector for over a decade, holding roles as Clerk, Responsible Financial Officer (RFO), Internal Auditor, and Councillor. He currently serves as Vice President of the Staffordshire County Association, Head of Standards & Improvements for the Internal Audit Forum, and CoChair of NALC's Young Councillors' Network. Lewis is also Head of GovFinance at Cloudy IT, and Director of Lewis Anderson Enterprises Ltd, a company delivering training to councils and sector partners. An early adopter of Artificial Intelligence in local government, Lewis collaborates with sector partners to promote its use across all tiers and roles, driving innovation and efficiency in council operations.