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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Subsidies for the Reconstruction of Local Roads are Unnecessary, According to the Supreme Audit Office

The Czech Supreme Audit Office has declared that subsidies aimed at the reconstruction of local roads are unnecessary.

Mar 23 • 07:24 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Weekly Selection of Eva Čobejová / Flašíková's personnel audit at STVR is strange, the editor whose contribution is exceptional for the nation's memory is also redundant

The article discusses the controversial personnel audit initiated by Eva Flašíková at STVR, leading to unnecessary layoffs including an editor deemed important for national memory.

Mar 23 • 06:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Damyang County, despite the Audit Office's Criticism, Leaves 'Unaccredited Educational Facilities' Unattended for Eight Years

Damyang County is facing criticism for promoting private education by neglecting unaccredited educational facilities despite being called out by the Audit Office.

Mar 23 • 05:10 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Liopa 'sticky finger': who else was detained in the IT procurement fraud case?

Among the 21 detained individuals are government officials, IT company leaders, and representatives from two major audit firms involved in a fraud case linked to EU-funded procurement.

Mar 22 • 18:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Minister: An audit will be conducted to assess whether e-health can operate independently

Lithuania's health minister announced an upcoming audit to evaluate the independence of the e-health system and possibly transition its management from the Ministry of Economy and Innovation to the Ministry of Health.

Mar 22 • 15:25 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Olympiakos: 'Green Light' from the Court of Audit for the Water Sports Center at SEF

The Court of Audit in Greece has approved the construction of a Water Sports and Culture Center by the Olympiakos amateur sports club at the Stadium of Peace and Friendship.

Mar 20 • 16:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Police investigates the possible corrupt activities of a municipal council member

The South Police Prefecture has initiated a misdemeanor procedure to investigate whether Mehis Vinni, a member of the North-Sakala municipal council, violated operational restrictions and if Ene Maaten, the director of the Lõhavere rehabilitation and care center, obstructed the work of the council's audit committee.

Mar 20 • 14:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TÕNIS LOORITS ⟩ The Ministry of Finance is once again misleading the public that the RAB is being supervised

The article discusses the misleading claims by the Estonian Ministry of Finance regarding the oversight of the Money Laundering Data Office (RAB).

Mar 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

LIVE: Discussion on "What and How to Change the State's Approach to Limiting the Shadow Economy"

A discussion involving the State Audit Office, policymakers, business organizations, and academia will focus on improving governmental strategies to effectively reduce the shadow economy in Latvia.

Mar 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

VIDEO: Discussion "What and How to Change the State's Approach to Reducing the Shadow Economy"

A discussion involving government audit officials, policymakers, and representatives from business organizations addresses the need for a more effective state policy to limit the shadow economy in Latvia.

Mar 20 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

LIVE ⟩ Discussion on 'What and How to Change the State's Approach to Restricting the Shadow Economy'

A discussion facilitated by the State Audit Office in Latvia will explore reforms needed in the state's approach to curb the shadow economy.

Mar 20 • 07:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Leaders: They have not committed any crime – but Sweden locks them up for months

The Swedish Migration Agency faces severe criticism from the National Audit Office for detaining people slated for deportation, while the government aims to intensify the conditions for those held.

Mar 20 • 04:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

There Was Influence from Yoon Seok-yeol Behind the Rush of the ‘Third-Party Compensation’ for Forced Labor

A government audit revealed that the expedited implementation of the third-party compensation scheme for forced labor victims was influenced by the presidential office of Yoon Seok-yeol.

Mar 19 • 13:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Internal Audit on the Table of the Big

The article discusses the evolving role of internal auditors from traditional compliance roles to strategic partners in organizations.

Mar 19 • 09:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The State Audit Office calls for strengthening aging policy and reducing loneliness among the elderly

The State Audit Office of Lithuania urges the government to strengthen its aging policy to better support the growing elderly population and reduce their loneliness.

Mar 19 • 08:24 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

State Audit: Lithuania's Active Aging Policy Needs Change – Auditors Provide Suggestions

Lithuania's state audit highlights the shortcomings in the country's active aging policy, emphasizing the need for substantial reforms to better integrate older citizens into the labor market and cultural life.

Mar 19 • 07:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIK enters NBP with an audit that may last a year - Rzeczpospolita has learned. Aftermath of Poland's SAFE 0%?

The Supreme Audit Office (NIK) is initiating a year-long audit of the National Bank of Poland (NBP), marking a significant shift in oversight practices and parameters under new leadership.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIK Conducts Control at NBP That May Last a Year - Established by 'Rzeczpospolita'. Consequences of Polish SAFE 0%?

The Supreme Audit Office (NIK) is set to conduct an unprecedented year-long audit of the National Bank of Poland (NBP), focusing on the bank's financial management and adherence to new auditing principles.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIK examines NBP with unprecedented control – Rzeczpospolita has learned. The aftermath of Poland's SAFE 0 percent?

A Polish parliament member has requested an urgent audit of the National Bank's financial reports due to concerns over a stated loss of 100 billion PLN.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Shocking NIK Report. 270 Million Zlotys Evaporated from the Justice Fund

A report by Poland's Supreme Audit Office reveals severe mismanagement leading to the loss of 270 million zlotys from the Justice Fund.

Mar 18 • 17:18 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Kalvāns: When schools receive the requested freedom, certain 'peculiarities' appear

Rūdolfs Kalvāns highlights that school leadership struggles with autonomy and freedom, impacting educational quality as per the State Audit Office’s report.

Mar 18 • 14:17 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Damning audit finds NSW prison programs have ‘little to no impact’ on reoffending rates for Indigenous people

An audit reveals that prison programs in New South Wales are failing to reduce reoffending rates among Indigenous individuals, highlighting systemic issues in support services post-release.

Mar 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

New audit exposes flawed system critics say let Minnesota fraud slip through cracks: 'Didn't act for years'

A new audit reveals deficiencies in Minnesota's Department of Human Services, particularly regarding its handling of Medicaid fraud investigations, leading to criticism over years of inaction.

Mar 18 • 13:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Under the microscope: how the unprecedented plan to audit the quality of the institutes where teachers are trained is going to work

Argentina's national government has initiated a first-ever plan to evaluate teacher training institutes in collaboration with provincial authorities.

Mar 18 • 13:05 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

A Country Without a Vision, A Society Without Purpose

Slovakia is facing a major crisis due to the lack of a long-term vision and strategic direction for the state, as highlighted by various reports from the Supreme Audit Office and echoed by President Peter Pellegrini.

Mar 18 • 10:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Hole in Busan's Metropolitan Transportation Facility Charges… Missed or Late Due to Lack of Knowledge

Busan's audit committee discovered significant legal violations in the assessment and collection of metropolitan transportation facility charges, leading to substantial uncollected fees and overcharges that need to be rectified.

Mar 18 • 09:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry conducts an audit in the RAB

The Estonian Ministry of Finance is conducting an audit of the money laundering bureau (RAB) to assess the compliance of its data use control system with laws and internal regulations.

Mar 18 • 05:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

VTV: There Are Too Many Hurdles for Improving Traffic Safety

A report by the State Audit Office of Finland highlights excessive obstacles hindering advancements in traffic safety, including issues in automatic traffic enforcement and complex inter-agency responsibilities.

Mar 18 • 04:57 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Value of delayed, over-budget myki upgrade questioned by watchdog

Victoria's financial watchdog is raising concerns about the myki public transport ticketing system upgrade due to significant budget overruns and delays.

Mar 18 • 03:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Prince William Requests Financial Audit of His Cousins, Wants to Revoke Their Titles

Prince William is seeking a financial audit of his cousins, with the intent of revoking their royal titles if financial misconduct is detected.

Mar 17 • 17:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

NIK examines the budget, CIT, and the use of KPO funds

The Supreme Audit Office (NIK) of Poland is set to conduct a comprehensive review of the 2025 budget process, focusing on various fiscal aspects including CIT tax collection and the use of KPO funds.

Mar 17 • 11:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The audit report revealed serious deficiencies in the personnel management of the Päijät-Häme welfare area

An internal audit has uncovered significant areas for improvement in the personnel management of the Päijät-Häme welfare area.

Mar 17 • 08:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The European Court of Auditors' Damning Report on the EU's Strategy for Critical Raw Materials

The European Court of Auditors finds significant shortcomings in the EU's strategy for critical raw materials, highlighting a lack of solid foundations and ineffective diversification efforts.

Mar 17 • 06:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Audit Office: 'Management Failure of Immersive Gwanghwamun Project Without Space Securing'

An audit reveals that the management of the Gwanghwamun Project, aimed at creating a cultural experience space, was inadequately executed, leading to poorly managed contracts and significant budget waste.

Mar 17 • 05:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Purchase of Master portfolios was treated as 'the president's business' of BRB, points out audit

An independent forensic audit reveals that the acquisition of Master credit portfolios by the BRB was handled as a personal business of the bank's president, bypassing necessary approvals.

Mar 16 • 21:06 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Lake St. Martin First Nation undergoes forensic audit of $88M in federal funding

Lake St. Martin First Nation is undergoing a forensic audit of $88 million in federal funds due to an unspecified allegation of misuse.

Mar 16 • 18:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tax Authorities to Have Alerts to Avoid Issues in Tax Return; See What Else Leads to Audit

The Brazilian Federal Revenue will implement alerts in its tax system to help taxpayers identify potential errors before submitting their 2026 income tax returns.

Mar 16 • 14:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

The Head of the Interior Company for the Presidential Residence Says, 'A Presidential Office Official Instructed Me to Make False Claims' during the Audit

The head of the interior company involved in the renovation of the presidential residence testified in court that he was coerced into providing false information during an audit related to the relocation of the residence by an official from the Presidential Office.

Mar 16 • 11:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Audit Office: 'Ossehun Han River Bus' does not meet speed requirements, making commuting difficult and lacking economic viability

An audit reveals that the Han River Bus project in Seoul, led by Mayor Oh Se-hun, fails to meet speed requirements necessary for effective commuting and raises concerns over its economic viability.

Mar 16 • 09:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Supreme Audit Office: It cost over seven billion, yet flood protection measures for water retention are not fully functional

The Supreme Audit Office reported inefficiencies in flood protection measures that have cost over seven billion crowns in Czechia.

Mar 16 • 07:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Inquiry launched into HMRC anti-fraud scheme that wrongly cut child benefits

The UK's National Audit Office has initiated an inquiry into HMRC's controversial scheme that mistakenly cut child benefit payments for thousands of families due to flawed data on travel records.

Mar 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] The Board of Audit and Inspection finds that the Han River Bus project violated regulations in calculating total project costs and misrepresented speed to push forward the project

The Board of Audit and Inspection revealed that the Seoul Metropolitan Government violated regulations in determining costs for the Han River Bus project and misled the public regarding the project's operational speed to proceed with it.

Mar 16 • 03:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'My commitment is to honesty': Aureliano Hernández takes over the leadership of the ASF

Aureliano Hernández has taken over as head of the Superior Audit Office of Mexico and emphasizes his commitment to honesty and fighting corruption.

Mar 16 • 00:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Taxpayer bill for saving Scunthorpe steel furnaces could top £1.5bn by 2028, auditor says

The cost of saving Scunthorpe's steel furnaces could exceed £1.5 billion by 2028, according to a government auditor report.

Mar 16 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Harry's outburst after being told Spare and Meghan Netflix show 'hurt his brand'

Prince Harry reacted angrily to claims that his memoir and Netflix series have damaged his brand, according to a new book by Tom Bower.

Mar 15 • 12:16 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Audit Will Evaluate the Effectiveness of the SIF's Operations

The Latvian Ministry of Culture has announced a procurement for auditing the effectiveness of the Social Integration Fund's functions and support programs, with a contract value of nearly €42,000.

Mar 14 • 16:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Bridges on 2nd and 3rd class roads continue to deteriorate, warns the NKÚ. Regions lack sufficient funding for maintenance

A warning from Slovakia's Supreme Audit Office (NKÚ) highlights that 40% of regional bridges are in poor condition due to inadequate maintenance funding.

Mar 13 • 15:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal to revoke 71 mining permits and freeze accounts of a phosphate company

Senegal has announced the revocation of 71 mining permits and the freezing of accounts belonging to a phosphate company as part of a broader initiative to audit and renegotiate contracts with multinational resource companies.

Mar 13 • 13:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Installation of air conditioners at homes and payment of property taxes with kindergarten operating funds: Violations found in Gwangju private kindergartens audit

Gwangju's private kindergartens were found using operating funds improperly, including purchasing air conditioners for personal homes and violating dual-employment regulations.

Mar 13 • 02:42 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Los Angeles County Faces Scrutiny After Alleged Widespread Hospice Fraud Exposed

Los Angeles County is under scrutiny following revelations of widespread hospice fraud that has raised serious concerns among state officials and auditors.

Mar 13 • 00:00 UTC

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