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With a new look for 2016, this annual report contains statistical information, analysis on sector developments, key trends and their causes.
We carried out more approval and monitoring than any previous academic year. Despite this and the impact of sector developments, improvements to our assurance systems and processes actually increased our efficiency over the period.