How can excess spending by ministries in the government be addressed based on the concerns raised by the Public Accounts Committee

1. Implement strict budgetary control measures to ensure that ministries operate within allocated budgets. 2. Conduct regular audits to identify areas of excessive spending and address them promptly. 3. Increase transparency in financial reporting to the public and stakeholders to hold ministries accountable for their spending. 4. Provide training and guidance to ministry officials on efficient financial management practices. 5. Encourage the adoption of cost-saving measures such as bulk purchasing, renegotiating contracts, and reducing unnecessary expenses. 6. Establish a system for monitoring spending patterns and flagging deviations from the approved budget. 7. Penalize ministries that consistently exceed their budgets to incentivize adherence to financial regulations.