Topics
Our topic pages pull together work we've done in a particular area and other resources that might be of interest.
Childcare in Scotland - a parents' guide
We published our third report on early learning and childcare on 1 June 2023. This looked at the progress made by the Scottish Government and councils to increase the hours of funded early learning and childcare to 1,140 hours by August 2021. We also looked at the Scottish Government's plans to measure whether the increase in hours will achieve what it's intended to for children and families.
Climate change
Tackling climate change is one of the greatest challenges we face – and public audit has a clear role to play. Experts have warned that urgent and decisive action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience to the impacts of climate change.
Covid-19
Covid-19 has had far-reaching consequences for Scotland's public services and finances, and it will continue to have an impact in the future. This page brings together the Covid-19 related publications we've produced so far, as well as other resources.
Digital
Our audit work on local and national digital and ICT programmes, along with other resources and research briefings.
Financial devolution: the journey so far
Scotland's new powers and how devolution is changing the landscape for public finances.
Local Government
Audit Scotland supports the improvement of public services by looking at how public money is spent, and whether policies are achieving desired outcomes for individuals and bodies.
Investment and infrastructure
Our work looking at public sector investment and infrastructure, good practice and useful material from other organisations.
The learner journey from school to work
Educating people and equipping them with relevant skills is essential in improving their life experiences and helping them to fulfil their potential and gain employment, in turn supporting Scotland’s economic growth.
Transforming health and social care
Our animation and work on Scotland's health and social care services and the challenges they are facing.
Withdrawal from the European Union
Preparing for withdrawal from the EU and key audit issues, along with key questions for public bodies and other resources.
