General Optical Council

Audit Committee

What does it do?
The Audit Committee advises the Council and other committees on procedures relating to:

  • Roles and responsibilities of committees 
  • Financial instructions 
  • Approval of annual accounts 
  • Appointing external auditors

The Committee also reviews:

  • Complaints received about the Council 
  • Financial accounts 
  • Risk management policies

How often does it meet? 
Three times a year.