As Leader and Chief Executive, we have been advised of the implications of the results of the review of the effectiveness of the council's governance framework.

Our overall assessment is that this Annual Governance Statement is a balanced reflection of the governance environment and that an adequate framework exists along with future plans within the London Borough of Ealing to ensure effective internal control is maintained.

Signed.....

Signed.....

Chief Executive Leader of the council Tony Clements Cllr. Peter Mason