This coverage reports on Public Sector Audit Appointments Ltd (PSAA), the body responsible for appointing auditors and overseeing audit quality for local authorities and other public bodies in England. We cover PSAA’s procurement processes, regulatory updates, and audit quality reports, alongside wider issues in the public sector audit market. Editorial reporting under this tag examines how PSAA’s work affects local government finance, transparency, and accountability, and the implications for audit firms delivering these contracts. For CFOs, finance directors, and practising accountants, this coverage provides insights into the challenges of public sector audit resourcing, regulatory scrutiny, and the evolving role of PSAA in safeguarding audit standards.