Audit
Finanzkontrolle des Kantons Nidwalden
34/100
Summary
The Finanzkontrolle des Kantons Nidwalden is the technical body for financial supervision of the Canton of Nidwalden. Its activities extend to the entire cantonal administration including financially independent cantonal facilities. It audits the legality and economy of cantonal financial management and reports to the Regierungsrat and Landrat (parliament). Located in Stans.
Independence Scorecard
34/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | Executive review |
Statute
- Name
- Finanzkontrollgesetz des Kantons Nidwalden
- Citation
- FKG NW
Jurisdiction scope
Nidwalden cantonal government agencies, financially independent cantonal facilities, and entities receiving cantonal funds