220527AuCtteePaper5AA202122 Annual Report FINAL

This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's internal audit annual report for 2021/22. The report, completed in May 2022 by Azets, confirms that the Park Authority has a good system of internal controls that ensures its objectives are met effectively and efficiently. The audit covered 51 days of work, fulfilling the planned schedule with no limitations. The report highlights some areas for improvement, particularly in financial management, project management, and the ICT strategy, but also notes that management is addressing these issues. The audit service's quality and compliance with relevant standards were confirmed through internal and external assessments.