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There was extensive media and political interest in this report.

This report received widespread newspaper, radio and television coverage, as well as a lot of political interest, with the Parliament’s Public Audit Committee p

The report gained extensive publicity and was quoted extensively at a 'Waste Summit' held by the Scottish Government shortly after publication.

Mental health problems cause considerable poor health in Scotland and much has been done to move services from institutions into the community.

The Accounts Commission says that council services have improved, there is positive leadership, good working relationships and a ‘can do’ attitude.

Audit Scotland’s review found that councils are responsible for around 90 per cent of total expenditure on sport (around £558 million a year).

This report received moderate media coverage and significant political interest.

The report received moderate media coverage following release, but its download figures are among the highest for any Audit Scotland report.