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  1. Update on the New Hospital Programme

    Report Value for money

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    The NAO has published an update on the New Hospital Programme following government’s decision to reset the programme.

  2. Accountability in small government bodies

    Report Value for money

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    Government can release resources and improve accountability by tailoring governance and audit requirements for small public bodies.

  3. Step change needed in government financial management

    Insight Opinion

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    In his annual speech in Parliament, Gareth Davies, head of the NAO, said a renewed government focus on the fundamentals of good financial management is needed to maintain trust and accountability for taxpayers.

  4. Innovation in transport

    Work in progress

    Spring 2026

    This upcoming National Audit Office (NAO) study will examine whether DfT’s approach to innovation in transport is delivering value for money.

  5. Managing conflicts of interest: value for money

    Report Value for money

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    Gaps in how public bodies manage conflicts of interest among staff pose a risk to government’s ability to perform its functions objectively.

  6. DWP’s approach to innovation

    Work in progress

    Autumn 2026

    This study will seek to highlight lessons and areas of good practice, and identify how DWP might further improve its approach to innovation.

  7. Managing conflicts of interest: good practice

    Insight Good practice guides

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    Our guide shows how government can help public bodies put in place the right measures to properly manage conflicts of interest – for the benefit of both staff and taxpayers.

  8. Prevent

    Work in progress

    Autumn 2026

    Our report will assess if the Prevent programme is meeting its objective to intervene early and support people susceptible to radicalisation.

  9. Good practice in annual reporting

    Insight Good practice guides

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    This interactive guide sets out good practice principles for annual reporting with examples from public sector organisations.

  10. Financial management in government: reporting for decision-making

    Insight Good practice guides

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    This guide is for finance leaders in government departments and other public bodies. It sets out insights and good practice on how information can be reported to make better financial management decisions.

  11. Sizewell C

    Work in progress

    Spring 2026

    The study will support transparency and Parliamentary scrutiny of Sizewell C, and will review DESNZ’s current and future work on the project.