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Financial pressures push councils to make hard decisions about service cuts
Scotland’s councils are managing their money effectively, increasing reserves, with longer-term financial plans in place.…
Dumfries and Galloway Council is well led, and must now deliver on service reform
Dumfries and Galloway Council has strong leadership and sound financial management. It now needs to deliver its plans to reform…
Unacceptable financial management at water industry watchdog
Auditors have found unacceptable use of public funds by senior officials at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland. The…
Scottish prison system facing considerable risks
Scotland’s prison system is facing considerable risks, including the poor performance of the company that transports…
NHS Forth Valley needs sustained improvement
NHS Forth Valley has responded well since the Scottish Government took formal oversight of the board’s work. But it is…
Dundee City Council is well-run, with a clear vision to address challenges
Dundee City Council has shown effective leadership, good financial management and engagement with communities as it seeks to…
Clearer plan needed to reform public services
The Scottish Government quickly addressed short-term financial challenges in 2022/23, but reform of the public sector is needed…
