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Commonwealth Games 2014 – 2nd position statement
Planning for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games is on track but there are risks to particular projects. The organisers are managing these but are unable to completely eliminate…
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An overview of local government in Scotland - Challenges and change in 2012
The Accounts Commission says Scottish local authorities have coped well with financial pressures but continue to face tough challenges from reducing budgets and growing demands…
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Grampian Fire and Rescue
Grampian Fire and Rescue provides an effective and relatively low cost emergency response service. It is well managed, with a strong focus on the health and safety of its…
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Highlands and Islands Fire and Rescue Best Value
There is an urgent need for Highlands and Islands Fire and Rescue to establish an effective and sustainable service model which reflects the needs of the area.
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Equal pay review 2012
Audit Scotland is committed to Equal Pay principles in respect of our reward policy, strategy and practice.
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Commissioning social care
Scotland’s councils and their partners need to get better at planning and organising social care. Councils spend £3 billion a year on these services, which are vital…
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Cardiology services
Scotland has made good progress in reducing the numbers of people affected by heart disease, including reducing deaths, and the NHS (National Health Service) could save at least…
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Audit Scotland corporate plan 2012-15
The Audit Scotland Corporate Plan for 2012-15 sets out our vision and objectives for public audit in Scotland. Audit Scotland’s work for the Auditor General and the Accounts…
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Fife Fire and Rescue Best Value
This is an effective service that now needs to show how it is providing value for money.