Assurance for major projects

Published by the National Audit Office in 2012, this report examines the UK’s central assurance system for major government projects following the establishment of the Major Projects Authority. It explains the purpose of project assurance, describes the responsibilities of the organisations involved, and outlines how assurance is integrated with project approvals and funding decisions. Drawing on the government’s major projects portfolio, the report considers the structures, processes and governance arrangements designed to provide independent oversight of complex, high-risk programmes and support effective project delivery across government.