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Serious flaws in governance at Orkney and Shetland Valuation Joint Board

A report into Orkney and Shetland Valuation Joint Board (VJB) highlights significant concerns in relation to governance and…
Data gap limits analysis of Covid-19 business support

A detailed analysis of how Covid-19 business support funding was distributed during the pandemic is not possible due to gaps in…
Scotland's councils face a financially uncertain future

Scotland’s councils have increased reserves over the last year but must address the impacts of an overall reduction in…
Overarching drug and alcohol plan needed

Drug and alcohol services in Scotland are complex and a clear plan is needed to improve people's lives and increase…
Progress made, but challenges remain at Moray Council

Moray Council has made progress in some important areas to address financial stability and having plans in place to tackle poor…
Reform of NHS key to pandemic recovery

The Scottish Government must focus on transforming health and social care services to address the growing cost of the NHS and its…
Audit finds asset valuation flaws at Scottish Canals

Flaws found in the way the public body in charge of Scotland's inland waterways recorded and valued its assets meant auditors…