This coverage reports on the National Audit Office (NAO) and its role in scrutinising public spending, audit quality, and governance across the UK public sector. We cover NAO reports, inquiries, and guidance that affect local authorities, government departments, and public bodies, alongside analysis of their implications for accountants and finance leaders. Editorial reporting under this tag examines how NAO findings shape debate on transparency, accountability, and value for money, and how they influence audit practice across both the public and private sectors. For CFOs, finance directors, and practising accountants, this coverage provides insights into the NAO’s work and its wider impact on standards, compliance, and financial management in the UK.