The European Court of Auditors has released its 2026+ work programme, listing 73 audit tasks that will cover competitiveness, climate change, public finances, defence and external action over the next two years. The programme follows a four‑step process that begins with policy scans to track recent developments, moves to a brainstorming phase where auditors and stakeholders propose topics, and continues with a review of proposed audit tasks that outline objectives, risks and questions. These proposals are discussed in a programming workshop, where ECA Members assess relevance, impact and timing to produce a balanced list. Since June 2024, EU citizens can submit audit ideas directly through the ECA website, and several of the 2026+ tasks were sourced this way, expanding participation.
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