We recently announced upcoming reports, including: • Digital ID: insights to inform government’s approach • Integrating patient records: laying the foundations for a more productive NHS • Prevent • BBC efficiency and transformation programme Find out more ⤵️ https://www.nao.org.uk/work-in-progress/

Government compensation schemes, including those for Windrush and Infected Blood, are making progress in handling claims and processing pay-outs. But there is more to do to identify all eligible claimants and minimise delays. Read our report: https://ow.ly/R15W50YJNxq

Complexities with shared ownership mean customers can get caught out by issues such as increasing service charges Limited govt data means it’s difficult to assess the scheme’s overall performance. New @nao.org.uk report www.independent.co.uk/money/nao-na... Full report www.nao.org.uk/reports/inve...

The Green Signals podcast is always a great listen and so it was a real pleasure to sit down for a chat about our recent @nao.org.uk report on Northern Powerhouse Rail Links to podcast: www.greensignals.org/podcast/reme... NAO report is on our website here: www.nao.org.uk/reports/nort...

Complexities with shared ownership mean homebuyers can get caught out by issues such as increasing service charges. Limited government data means it’s difficult for the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government to assess the scheme’s overall performance. Report: https://ow.ly/CJeS50YxZ0Y

The Financial Transaction Control Framework could help the government better manage its investments in areas such as clean energy and housing. But it requires full implementation to ensure these financial transactions support stable public finances. ➡️ https://ow.ly/oZC250YxuFR

Defra’s Nature for Climate Fund Programme has helped to significantly increase tree planting and peatland restoration in England. But our latest report finds that some momentum has been lost during a period of uncertainty over future plans. Our report: https://ow.ly/QXE450YwMLS

We recently announced an upcoming report on the government finance function strategy to 2030. Find out more ⤵️ https://www.nao.org.uk/work-in-progress/the-government-finance-function-strategy-to-2030/

Space weather, such as solar flares, can disrupt infrastructure and technology on Earth. The government has invested in improving its forecasting capability, but there are still gaps in its preparedness which must be addressed. Read our report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/the-...

The government is resettling thousands of Afghans in the UK, including those who assisted its military efforts in Afghanistan. But it must overcome challenges including a lack of available housing and poor data to successfully complete the programme. ➡️ www.nao.org.uk/reports/inve...

The Department for Business and Trade quickly intervened to save British Steel's Scunthorpe blast furnaces from closure, at a cost of £377 million between April 2025 and January 2026. Read our full report here: nao.org.uk/reports/inve...

Poor transport links in the north of England are hampering the region's economic growth. The government's answer is Northern Powerhouse Rail. But stronger alignment between national & local authorities is needed to ensure this programme is a success. ➡️ nao.org.uk/reports/nort...

DCMS must ensure that it has structures in place to identify early warning signs, should museums and galleries start struggling to manage their financial risks, so it can intervene early – potentially before additional funding is required. New @nao.org.uk report www.nao.org.uk/reports/the-...

Since the pandemic, DCMS sponsored museums and galleries have managed rising costs and found new ways to increase self-generated income. But these institutions still face challenges and will need to prioritise good financial management. Read our report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/the-...

We recently announced an upcoming report on MoD’s repurchase of service family accommodation. Find out more here ⤵️ https://www.nao.org.uk/work-in-progress/mods-repurchase-of-service-family-accommodation/

Government's Shared Services Strategy, described as critical to a 'one government' approach, is facing funding uncertainty and planning challenges. Read our report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/update-on-government-shared-services-2026/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shared_services

You don’t hear much about efficient and effective govt so here’s a good news story in our latest @nao.org.uk report - HMRC collected an extra £16bn from the biggest businesses last year after it took a “more hands-on approach” www.ft.com/content/c96d... (Full report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/taxi...)

The amount of additional tax revenue secured as a result of HMRC's large business directorate has doubled since 2021-22. Read our full report here: https://www.nao.org.uk/reports/taxing-large-businesses/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=taxing_large_businesses

We recently announced an upcoming investigation into the financial sustainability of the British Council. Find out more here ⤵️ https://www.nao.org.uk/work-in-progress/investigation-into-the-financial-sustainability-of-the-british-council/

We recently announced an upcoming update on the Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster. Find out more here ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/work-in-prog...

We recently announced upcoming reports, including: • Investigation into Child Benefit anti-fraud-and-error intervention • Lessons learned: Government workforce planning Find out more ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/work-in-prog...

A step change in financial management in government is needed to drive better value public services The head of @nao.org.uk gave his annual speech in Parliament yesterday, drawing on what we seen across our audits of government spending Link to speech below www.nao.org.uk/insights/ste...

In the past decade MHCLG allocated £10.5 billion to unlock land with capacity for 713,000 homes, with 33,300 built so far. With £21 billion for a new National Housing Delivery Fund, success depends on setting clear aims and priorities. Report: nao.org.uk/reports/unlo...

Gareth Davies, the head of the NAO, gives his annual speech in Parliament today. He calls for a step change in government financial management, and sets out four fundamentals in improving value for money. Follow along 👇🧵

We recently announced an upcoming report on Devolution in England. Find out more here ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/work-in-prog...

Access to Work helps people with disabilities or health conditions get or stay in work. But the average time DWP takes to process applications has increased, reaching 109 days in November 2025, affecting job security and employers’ cashflow. Read: nao.org.uk/reports/the-...

The prison and health services face substantial and rapidly changing threats from illicit drugs in prisons. Our new report says that progress depends on better coordination, urgent security fixes, and smarter use of drug prevalence & health data. Report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/the-...

Annual reports & accounts are critical publications supporting transparency and accountability. They detail your organisation's performance, including successes & challenges. So what's the best way to present this? Our guide gives you the low down ⬇️ www.nao.org.uk/insights/goo...

The Ministry of Defence detects, prevents and recovers only a small amount of the fraud it potentially faces. A smarter approach to tackling fraud and economic crime could save it millions and boost the UK’s defence capability. Read our report ⬇️ nao.org.uk/reports/mods...

Read our learnings and insights from more than 400 financial audits. Many government departments, other agencies and organisations experience the same challenges, such as data & reporting quality, IT controls, and asset management Report: nao.org.uk/insights/aud...

We've published our latest overview of the Department of Health & Social Care. Our 2024-25 report looks at how DHSC spent £219.2 billion, its plans to improve NHS productivity, wider changes and key risks facing the department. Our overview ⬇️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

Only a handful of tickets remaining for this Thursday's event at the @nao.org.uk 📅 Thurs 22 January Kate Eves • Julian Blake • Philip Armitage • Jenny George • Emma Willson 🎟️Claim your ticket today: bit.ly/4r1ZDVM

HM Treasury's regulation Action Plan aims to drive economic growth and save £5.6 billion a year by 2030 by cutting administrative burdens. Our new report examines the progress made in implementing the Action Plan so far. Read the full report here: nao.org.uk/reports/regu...

The New Hospital Programme now has a more realistic timetable, with final hospitals due in 2045–46. But for RAAC-affected hospitals, a tight construction schedule with little contingency for delays means there are significant delivery risks. Our report: nao.org.uk/reports/upda...

Our 2024-25 BBC overview looks at: • where and how the BBC Public Service Broadcasting spent £4.5 billion • an update on BBC audience figures • what to look out for, such as the review of the BBC's Royal Charter Read our overview for more ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

Our 2024-25 Department for Culture, Media & Sport overview looks at: • where & how DCMS spent £7.6 billion • DCMS sectors’ contribution to the UK economy • what to look out for, such as the 2026 Commonwealth Games Read our overview for more ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

As Defra, the Environment Agency and @naturalengland.bsky.social embark on a period of reform they face several challenges. Our new report has recommendations to help them make new environmental regulation reforms a success. Read our report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/envi...

The total net expenditure for the Cabinet Office in 2024-25 was nearly £11 billion, with infected blood compensation payments being the largest cost. Read our full overview here 👇 www.nao.org.uk/overviews/ca...

We recently announced upcoming reports, including: • Update on Crown Estate’s arrangements for Royal residential leases • Upgrading the electricity transmission network Find out more ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/work-in-progress/

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) supports businesses to invest, grow and export, and create jobs and opportunities. In 2024-25, it spent £2.15 billion (including financing). Read our overview of DBT⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

Our overview of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) looks at: • where DSIT spends its money • its future spending commitments • its priorities for 2025-26 • the government’s approach to cyber security • managing risk to support innovation ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency is facing challenges in addressing long wait times for practical driving tests. Wait times were at 22 weeks in September 2025, and the target of 7 weeks is not expected to be hit until November 2027. Our report 👇 www.nao.org.uk/reports/inve...

Our latest overview of the Ministry of Defence looks at: • the MoD's ambitions as set out in the Strategic Defence Review • financial management and the qualification of the 2024-25 Annual Report and Accounts • its management of major projects Read our overview⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/mi...

The C&AG has provided a clean opinion on the Department for Health & Social Care financial statements for the first time since 2018-19. Read more⬇️ www.nao.org.uk/reports/depa...

The @bankofengland.bsky.social navigated complex risks to deliver its Real-Time Gross Settlement renewal programme. The Bank's successful delivery achieved: ✅ value for money ✅ good practice in digital transformation ✅ lessons for other major projects Our report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/bank...

Our 2024-25 overview of Defra looks at: • where and how Defra spent £5.5bn and its future spending commitments • Defra's progress on its five priority outcomes • our insights into Defra's financial management, productivity and resilience Read ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/de...

Short-term fixes in the asylum system have shifted pressures - creating new backlogs, wasting public funds and harming life chances. We’ve mapped the asylum system to show where delays occur, and set out 4 requirements for an effective system. Report: www.nao.org.uk/reports/an-a...

We recently announced an upcoming report on the resilience of the UK food supply chain to disruptions. Find out more here ⤵️ www.nao.org.uk/work-in-prog...

GPs don't provide enough support for people diagnosed with frailty.   Just 1 in 6 patients aged 65+ were assessed for frailty in 2024-25. We recommend @england.nhs.uk sets out clear & consistent requirements to assess & support people living with frailty.   ➡️ www.nao.org.uk/reports/prim...

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) leads the UK's diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. In 2024-25, FCDO spent £12.5 billion against a budget of £12.9 billion, a 3% increase on last year. Read our overview of FCDO here ⬇️ www.nao.org.uk/overviews/fo...