We are the Netherlands Court of Audit.
The Court of Audit checks...
whether the government spends public funds economically, efficiently and effectively.
We've been doing this for over two centuries. Our duties are embedded in the Constitution.
The Court of Audit's auditors examine the central government's revenue and expenditure.
Every year, on Accountability Day, we announce...
whether the government has properly collected and spent the taxpayers' money.
We report our findings to parliament.
The Court of Audit also determines whether the government delivers on its promises...
by examining the results of its policies.
For example: Has the integration policy been successful?
How quickly does the police respond to reports of crime?
Are taxes collected efficiently?
The Court of Audit always asks the question: 'Do taxpayers get value for money?'...
and gives its independent opinion on this question.
With our audits, we help parliament scrutinise the government.
It will be your task to determine on behalf of all Dutch citizens...
whether their taxes are spent economically, efficiently and effectively.
The Court of Audit provides the public debate with factual information.
We cooperate with audit institutions in other countries...
to improve the quality of our audits.
We share our know-how with Courts of Audit in countries like Tunisia, Tanzania and Albania.
The Court of Audit helps taxpayers understand what the government does...
because we believe trust is based on understanding.