When is the PAC not a PACT

A recent statement made by a Barbados talk show host has sparked discussion about the effectiveness of the Auditor General (AG). The host claimed that the AG has no power, a sentiment that resonates with many given the recurring issues highlighted in annual reports. These reports often detail problems such as missing files, inadequate procurement practices, and state entities mismanaging tax dollars. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is responsible for addressing these issues, but its ability to effect change has been called into question. According to the talk show host, the AG’s lack of authority undermines the PAC’s role in promoting transparency and accountability in government spending.

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