A good expenditure policy helps to ensure an organisation’s spending is in line with its objectives and purpose, and can protect the organisation and its officers. In this episode we talk about what an effective expenditure policy looks like and outline practical steps for organisations to take in developing and implementing these policies.
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01:08 Why expenditure polices are important
04:10 What should be covered in expenditure polices
08:30 Common problems the regulator has observed
12:33 Personal spending in expenditure polices
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