Legislative Framework

The Office of the Director of Audit derives its mandate and authority from the Constitution of St. Christopher and Nevis and supporting legislation governing public financial administration and accountability. This legislative framework defines the powers, functions, and independence of the Audit Department, enabling it to conduct audits of public accounts and government entities in accordance with established legal and professional standards. Through this framework, the Department fulfills its constitutional responsibility to promote transparency, accountability, and sound financial governance within the public sector.

Audit Act AUDIT ACT and Subsidiary Legislation Decmber 31 2002

AN ACT to provide for statutory audit responsibilities of the Director of Audit; and to provide for related or incidental matters.

SKN Constitution 1983

The Constitution of St. Christopher and Nevis, enacted in 1983, serves as the supreme law of the Federation, establishing the framework for governance, the separation of powers, and the management of public finances. It outlines the legal authority and responsibilities of oversight institutions, including the Office of the Director of Audit, in ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of public resources.

CHAPTER 20.13 FINANCE ADMINISTRATION ACT

An Act to provide for the control and management of the public finance, for the operation and control of the consolidate fund for the authorization of expenditures, for the establishment of special funds and deposit funds, For the raising of money by the government, for the management and Control of the public debt and the giving of guarantees, for the investment Of public money, for the preparation of the public accounts, for the Governance of statutory bodies, for the repeal of the finance act, 1990, for transitional matters and consequential amendments and to provide for Matters connected therewith and incidental thereto.