Financial Standing Orders and Regulations

Financial Services Team   01795 417513   finance@swale.gov.uk  
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In order to comply with statutory provisions it is necessary to compile a set of regulations to guide and assist both Council members and staff. All staff have a duty to comply with Financial Standing Orders and Regulations.

Financial Standing Orders

These orders set the main principles of financial control and the document is available to download at the bottom of this page.

A specific set of Financial Standing Orders relating to Contracts are provided in the separate 'Contract Standing Orders' document and supporting 'Purchasing Guide'.

Contract Standing Orders

Council purchasing decisions and processes are important because they involve the use of public money. The purpose of these Contract Standing Orders is to provide a structure within which purchasing decisions are made and implemented. This ensures the council uses its resources efficiently, openly and honestly. The Contract Standing Orders document is available to download at the bottom of this page.

The Purchasing Guide

The purchasing guide (Version 3) provides practical guidance on how the Contract Standing Orders apply to purchasing decisions and processes. It explains some of the more technical and legal issues involved in procurement.

The Purchasing guide should be used if purchasing on behalf of the council and will be reviewed and amended as required (on an annual basis). It is available to download at the bottom of this page.

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