CLIPSTONE PARISH COUNCIL

Audit and Finance Documents

Welcome to the Audit and Finance page of Clipstone Parish Council. As a public body, we are committed to ensuring our financial processes are transparent, responsible, and compliant with all relevant legislation.

This page provides access to key financial documents, including our annual accounts, audit reports, budgets, and spending summaries.

Financial Responsibilities

The Parish Council is responsible for:

• Setting an annual budget to cover council services and projects
• Collecting the precept (our share of the Council Tax)
• Managing public funds wisely and legally
• Publishing key financial documents as required by law

Budget 2025-26 

Annual Accounts and Audit

We prepare and publish our accounts each year in accordance with the Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities and the Accounts and Audit Regulations.

The following documents are published annually:

• Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR)
• Annual Internal Audit Report
• Certificate of Exemption (if applicable)
• Explanation of variances
• Bank Reconciliation
• Public Rights Notice (giving residents the opportunity to inspect the accounts)

 You can download the latest financial statements and audit reports below:

Link to AGAR Documents for 2024-25

Payments and Spending

We are committed to financial transparency. All council spending over £100 is listed below:

Transactions over £500 (2024-25)

Questions or More Info?

If you have questions about parish council finances or audits, or would like to request a printed copy of any document, please contact the Responsible Financial Officer:

finance@clipstoneparishcouncil.org

01623 626857