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Transformation on the table at public service discussions

Transformational change report

The Improvement Service and Audit Scotland hosted a round table on transformational change in January, with public service and…

Colleges' financial health improves but challenges remain

Scotland's colleges 2018

A deal to harmonise staff pay at a cost of £50m a year will absorb projected savings from the reform of Scotland's…

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service takes 'cautious approach' to reform

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

Turning the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) into a more flexible, modern service has been steady but slow, says the…

East Ayrshire Council – maintains strong performance, continues to improve but faces financial challenges

East Ayrshire Council Best Value

In a report out today, the Accounts Commission highlights that East Ayrshire Council is performing well, services are improving,…

Fife Council continues to improve in the face of major challenges

Fife Council

In a report out today, the Accounts Commission highlights that Fife Council continues to improve and has tackled aspects of…

ALEOs can bring benefits but need careful consideration

ALEOs

A report published today by the local authority spending watchdog looks at how councils are using the estimated 130 ALEOs (arms-…

Audit Scotland issues good practice note on integration joint boards' annual accounts

Good practice note

Audit Scotland's latest good practice note focuses on integration joint boards, following the first full year of auditing…