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NHS in surplus at year-end but financial pressures continue
Despite record levels of funding and an underspend on its 2005/06 budget, the NHS in Scotland continues to face long-term…
NHS needs to ensure out-of-hours services are fit for the future
Most patients are satisfied with NHS out-of-hours care. But fewer GPs are working during the out-of-hours period and there is a…
Clackmannanshire Council faces some significant challenges
In its first report on Best Value at Clackmannanshire Council, published today, the Accounts Commission for Scotland says the…
Scotland’s £5 billion higher education estate needs a sustained commitment to its upkeep
The condition of buildings in Scotland’s higher education (HE) sector is improving, with more money going into their development…
Counter-fraud exercise is reaping rewards
Almost £10 million worth of fraud and errors have been identified following a national detection exercise by Audit Scotland…
Aberdeen City Council: Property sales investigation
The Accounts Commission for Scotland has met and considered the Controller of Audit's report on the property sales investigation…
Sport participation falls as planning for the Commonwealth Games begins
Fewer people are regularly taking part in sport and many facilities need improvement. Hosting the 2014 Commonwealth Games…
