Geoffrey Clifton-Brown

Geoffrey Clifton-Brown is a Member of Parliament in the UK and currently serves as the Chair of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The PAC is a parliamentary select committee responsible for overseeing government spending and ensuring value for money for taxpayers. Clifton-Brown's role as chair puts him at the forefront of scrutinizing various government departments and agencies. He is newsworthy due to the PAC's recent investigations into several high-profile issues, including medical negligence within the NHS, failures in government-backed home insulation schemes, a costly and problematic prison lease, and the Crown Estate's property leases to members of the royal family. As chair, Clifton-Brown has publicly commented on these issues, highlighting the PAC's concerns and demanding accountability from relevant authorities. His involvement underscores the PAC's commitment to holding the government accountable for its financial decisions and ensuring public funds are used effectively.