Governance
Every local government body operates through a governance framework which brings together an underlying set of legislative requirements, governance principles and management processes. Good governance leads to good management, good performance, good stewardship of public money, good public engagement and, ultimately, good outcomes from the services provided. Dartmoor National Park Authority operates within a Corporate Governance Framework which ensures accountability to its users, stakeholders and the wider community to which it relates. It comprises the systems and processes, cultures and values by which decisions are made and functions undertaken to deliver the purposes and duties of the organisation.
Introduction to Financial Regulations
The Local Government Act 1972 directs that Authorities shall make arrangements for the proper administration of their financial affairs, and that some of their officers be responsible for the administration of those affairs. To conduct its business efficiently, a local authority needs to ensure that it has sound financial management policies in place and that they are adhered to.
To view the financial regulations and instructions relating to procurement visit the Financial Regulations page.
National Fraud Initiative
This authority is required by law to protect the public funds it administers. It may share information provided to it with other bodies responsible for auditing or administering public funds, in order to prevent and detect fraud.
To view the Authority's role in this, visit the National Fraud Initiative page.
The Confidential Reporting Policy - Whistleblowing View this document 
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Anti Fraud & Corruption Policy View this document (PDF Help 36.3Kb)
