Impact through independence - supreme audit institutions
2 September 2021
From the Transparency Times, the newsletter of Transparency International New Zealand:
“Having an independent government auditor is an important pillar of a well-functioning National Integrity System.
Independence is vital to this function. If an SAI is not properly recognised and resourced within their country’s legislative framework, it is difficult for them to drive impact in the financial management system. To be effective they have to be independent of those they audit, and protected against outside influence.
This will increase credibility and confidence in their work. A strong, independent SAI is essential for a country’s good governance and public financial management.”