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Short term approaches don’t address Scotland’s unsustainable public finances

The Scottish Government must move beyond making short-term savings to balance its budget, and urgently reform to address the public sector’s unsustainable finances.

New Audit Scotland chair appointed

Colin Crosby OBE has been appointed as the new chair of Audit Scotland's Board from early October 2024.

Faster reform needed to protect key services

Clackmannanshire Council has made progress

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Our vision is that public money is well spent to meet the needs of Scotland's people.

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Auditor General

The AGS covers the Scottish Government and its bodies, the NHS, fire, police and colleges.

Accounts Commission

The Commission holds local government to account and appoints a Controller of Audit.

Audit Scotland

Audit Scotland delivers services to the Auditor General and the Accounts Commission.

Featured publication

Delivering for the future - why leadership matters

11 July 2024

The quality of our public services, alongside value for money judgements, are key areas for the Accounts Commission’s work and reporting. Through our work, we spotlight areas of concern and underperformance, highlighting good practice tha...