As part of the governance arrangements that operate within Kilkenny County Council, the Audit Committee has an independent role to advise the Council on financial reporting processes, internal control, risk management and audit matters. The Committee operates in accordance with a written Charter that is approved by Kilkenny County Council. 

• Download the Adopted Audit Committee Charter 2024.pdf (size 379.5 KB)

Committee Members

The members of the Committee are as follows:

• Dr. Sean Brady.  Chair of the Committee.
• Dr. Maura Joyce.
• Mr. Joe Allen.
• Cllr. Pat Fitzpatrick, Municipal District of Castlecomer
• Cllr. Tomás Breathnach Municipal District of Piltown

Audit Committee Functions

The functions of the Audit Committee are as prescribed by Section 59 of the Local Government Act 2014
Local Government Reform Act 2014, Section 59 (irishstatutebook.ie).