Office of the Auditor General
OAG
Summary
The Auditor General of Trinidad and Tobago is constitutionally established under Section 116 of the Constitution of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (1976, as amended) and operationally governed by the Exchequer and Audit Act Chap. 69:01. The Auditor General is appointed by the President acting on the advice of the Prime Minister after consultation with the Leader of the Opposition — a bipartisan appointment. The Auditor General audits all government accounts and reports to Parliament (both Houses) through the Public Accounts Committee. Removal requires a tribunal process for cause. Annual audit reports are tabled in Parliament. Trinidad and Tobago's petroleum revenues mean the Auditor General also scrutinises the Heritage and Stabilisation Fund and State Enterprises.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Legislative review |
Statute
- Name
- Exchequer and Audit Act Chap. 69:01; Constitution s. 116
- Citation
- Exchequer and Audit Act Chap. 69:01 (as amended); Const. s. 116
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
All ministries, departments, and statutory authorities of Trinidad and Tobago; audit of public accounts; financial and compliance audit of all public revenues and expenditures; reports to Parliament.