Publications

The quality of our public services, alongside value for money judgements, are key areas for the Accounts Commission’s work and reporting.

From the performance of your local council to a wide range of nationwide services and broader issues such as climate change, the Accounts Commission reports

At their best, social care services enable people to not just live the life they choose, but to thrive.

The realities of climate change, and their direct link to difficult public spending decisions, are now on our doorstep.

Best Value matters more than ever.

Having a safe, secure, affordable home is not a luxury. It’s a fundamental necessity.

Encouraging progress on education data but still a long way to go to understand variation and improve outcomes.

Councils played a crucial role during the Covid-19 pandemic, with staff working hard and at pace to support communities, protect jobs and maintain