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More savings required by councils
Councils have managed their finances well but significant challenges lie ahead, says the Accounts Commission. In its financial…
NHS struggling to keep up with rising demand and cost pressures
A combination of increasing costs, staffing pressures and unprecedented savings targets mean that Scotland's NHS boards are…
Auditor General signposts major challenges at two health boards
The Auditor General for Scotland, Caroline Gardner, has reported to the Scottish Parliament on significant issues arising from…
Council must be more ambitious on tackling financial challenges
Angus Council needs to up the pace of change if it is to meet its £26.5million savings target, an Accounts Commission…
Auditor General reports on Scottish Government accounts
The Auditor General has welcomed steps taken by the Scottish Government to strengthen transparency of public finances, but says…
Social work faces watershed
Social work in Scotland is at a watershed and the public and service users must be more involved in shaping future provision. A…
Reappointments to the Accounts Commission
Christine May and Graham Sharp have been re-appointed to the Accounts Commission for another year. The members were first…
