Public Accounts Committee
Stay informed with the latest news, reports, and updates from the UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee
The Public Accounts Committee examines the value for money of Government projects, programmes and service delivery. Drawing on the work of the National Audit Office, the Committee holds government officials to account for the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of public spending.
Chris has been Scotland’s voice on the powerful committee since October 2024.Â
Scottish Government Could Learn Lessons from UK Audit Report on Major Infrastructure Projects
Chris has called for stronger governance and accountability across government major projects, warning that past failures cannot be repeated. A new Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report highlights serious risks in the way large and complex schemes are managed.
Government Must Match Ambition on Reserves and Cadets with Clear Plans and Funding
Chris has called for the Government to ensure their ambitions for the Armed Forces reserves and cadet forces are backed up with proper plans and investment.
Chris Calls For More Support To Turn UK Research Into Successful Businesses.
Chris has called for a more joined-up approach across government to help turn cutting-edge research into thriving commercial ventures, following a new Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report ‘Commercialising UK Research: UK Research and Innovation’, released today.
HMRC Must Do More to Ensure Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share
Chris has called for action from the HMRC to ensure billionaires pay their fair share of tax, following a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report ‘Collecting the right tax from wealthy individuals’, released today.
Skilled Worker Visa System Must Do Better by Workers and Communities
Chris has said the UK must do more to protect migrant workers from exploitation and ensure immigration policy properly supports the workforce needs of sectors like care, health and hospitality.
Holding Power to Account: My First Year on the Public Accounts Committee
Chris reflects on his first year as Scotland’s voice on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), the parliament’s primary watchdog, where he holds government spending to account.
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