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?
Once a year.