Audit Scotland media centre
Welcome to the media section of our website. Here you can find press releases concerning Audit Scotland's work.
Latest news from our press office
Health and community care bulletin
Posted: 30 June 2009
The bulletin primarily aims to share information with
non-executive health board members and elected members of councils, but it also provides a summary of our work that we hope will be of interest to staff working in health and community care services.
Annual reports now available for Audit Scotland and the Accounts Commission
Posted: 17 June 2009
These reports reflect our various achievements over the year and summarise the body of work Audit Scotland produced in 2008/09.
Some people have difficulty getting the mental health services they need
Posted: 14 May 2009
Mental health problems cause considerable poor health in Scotland and much has been done to move services from institutions into the community. There now needs to be a better understanding of the care people receive and how resources to support this are best used.
Some good progress by East Dunbartonshire Council, but still more to do
Posted: 13 May 2009
Services have improved, there is positive leadership, good working relationships and a ‘can do’ attitude. However, the council still has more to do to ensure it can provide best value for local people.
Councils need to improve their asset management
Posted: 7 May 2009
Many council buildings are in poor condition and others are unsuitable for the services being delivered from them. Councils need better strategies and systems for managing their assets.