A15-1. | The auditor of a limited company in the UK who ceases to hold office as auditor is required to comply with the requirements of sections 519 and 521 of the Companies Act 2006 regarding the statement to be made by the auditor in relation to ceasing to hold office. For the Republic of Ireland, equivalent requirements are contained in section 185 of the Companies Act 1990. In addition, in the UK the auditor may need to notify the appropriate audit authority in accordance with section 522 of the Companies Act 2006. |