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Reform of NHS is progressing but fundamentals still need addressed
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Significant activity is under way to transform Scotland's healthcare system, but a number of crucial building blocks still…
New long-term strategy required for Scotland's ferries
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Spending on Scotland's ferry services has more than doubled since 2007/08, increasing vital links to the islands. But the…
New Chair appointed for Accounts Commission
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The Scottish Government have confirmed Graham Sharp’s appointment as Chair of the Accounts Commission. Graham has been a…
NHS Tayside continues to face significant financial challenges
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The Auditor General has reported to the Scottish Parliament for a third consecutive year on NHS Tayside's progress with…
Auditor General reports on Scottish Government accounts
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The Auditor General has found that the Scottish Government produced a sound financial report for 2016/17 and managed its budget…
Audit Scotland welcomes recommendations on National Fraud Initiative
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We welcome the Public Audit and Post-Legislative Scrutiny Committee’s report and recommendations regarding the National…
Councils yet to resolve long-standing issues with equal pay
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Implementing equal pay remains a challenge for local government in Scotland more than a decade after the process was agreed, with…