The Seimas Chancellery of Lithuania is set to undertake an internal audit of nine institutions that report to Parliament, aiming to assess their governance systems and ensure they adhere to good practice standards. Institutions under review include the Parliamentary Ombudsman, the Ethnic Culture Heritage Council, the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences, and several others. The audit will investigate various aspects, such as financial management, employee workloads, efficiency of operations, and risk factors involved in the institutions’ functioning.

Chancellor Algirdas Stončaitis stated that the audit aims to be completed by the end of this year. One of the key objectives is to evaluate whether there is overlap in the functions of these institutions, ensuring that each operates within its defined scope without unnecessary duplication of efforts. The focus on creating a better governance framework aligns with ongoing efforts to improve transparency and accountability in public institutions.

This audit not only seeks to enhance the operational framework of the institutions but also reflects the broader trend in Lithuania towards increased scrutiny of public entities. By ensuring that these institutions are managed effectively, the Seimas Chancellery aims to better serve the public interest and maintain trust in democratic governance. The findings of the audit are anticipated to provide constructive feedback that could lead to key reforms where needed.