Improving financial oversight: the role of the PAC Clerk

Philip AylettClerk, UK PAC

Objective of session

• To explore what skills and knowledge PAC clerks need to help their Committees carry out their work.

How the UK PAC works

• History• The National Audit Office looks at an issue• Choosing a PAC inquiry• Public evidence – briefing and witnesses• Drafting and agreeing a report• Publication and follow up

Your ups and downs

• What is your proudest moment in the past year as clerk of your committee ?

• What is your biggest current challenge or difficulty ?

Key skills and knowledge

• What are the five most important qualities – skills and knowledge - for a PAC committee clerk ?