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Councils must continue to change to address gap between demand and resources

Scotland’s councils are managing to improve and maintain most services. But Scottish Government funding to councils is…
Audit Scotland issues good practice note on performance reports in central government

Audit Scotland's latest good practice note focuses on performance reports in the annual report and accounts of central…
Audit Scotland announces support for the Scottish Association for Mental Health

Audit Scotland is delighted to announce a new charity partnership with SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health). SAMH…
Scottish Social Services Council's ICT project 'lacked clarity'

The Auditor General has raised concerns about the management of an ICT project at the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).…
'Urgent need' for NHS Tayside to set out financial plans

Urgent action is needed to address NHS Tayside's financial position amid ongoing changes to the make-up of its leadership…
Councils holding up but financial pressures continue

Scotland's 32 councils have managed budgets well over the last year but face a difficult time ahead, says the Accounts…
Scottish income tax report covers key audit risks

The National Audit Office has published a report today on HMRC’s administration of Scottish income tax, including the final…