Explanatory Notes

Companies Act 2006

2006 CHAPTER 46

8 November 2006

Commentary

Schedule 11: Recognised Professional Qualifications

Part 2: Requirements for recognition of a professional qualification

Chapter 3: Auditors General
Section 1229: Supervision of Auditors General by the Independent Supervisor

1570.This section sets the framework for the supervision arrangements to be carried out by the Independent Supervisor. Subsection (2) provides that the Independent Supervisor must establish arrangements with one or more third parties to carry out aspects of the supervisory function. Subsection (3) provides that the arrangements with a third party cover standards on professional integrity and independence, as well as the technical standards for statutory audit work; monitoring performance; investigating matters arising from that performance; and as necessary holding disciplinary hearings and deciding whether any disciplinary action should be taken. Subsections (6) and (7) make provisions relating to the payment of fines under the disciplinary arrangements.