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Audit Scotland retweeted
@scotgov needs to be clearer about how it will use £755 million raised by ScotWind.
Whether the high risk and reward approach to the offshore wind leasing round represents value for money will be determined in the coming years.
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Audit Scotland retweeted
As financial pressure increases it’s not clear if colleges can continue to deliver for students and employers without urgent and successful reform of the sector.
@scotgov and its partners need to implement our 2025 recommendations at pace.
My report: bit.ly/Colleges_2026
Audit Scotland retweeted
If you’re interested in applying to join the Accounts Commission but would like to know more then why not join one of our hybrid information sessions? Find out about our work, the role of members, and more.
Full details and register here: bit.ly/Accounts_Commission_M…
Audit Scotland retweeted
Do you want to help local government improve and make a difference across our communities?
Up to three new Commission members are being recruited - applications have just opened.
Find out more about us, and why current members value the role so much: bit.ly/Accounts_Commission_M…
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Inverclyde Council delivers a range of highly performing services.
It involves local communities in decisions about how money is spent and redesigning services.
@inverclyde must now be more ambitious with plans to address an £11 million funding gap.
📰 bit.ly/Best_Value_Inverclyde…
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Significant ongoing delays in signing off Clackmannanshire Council’s audited annual accounts mean its leaders are making major decisions about the future without fully understanding its financial position.
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Audit Scotland retweeted
There’s a concerning gap between intent, planning and progress to deliver post-school education and skills reform.
@scotgov wants to create a simpler system, more responsive to Scotland’s economic and social needs. But progress has been slow: bit.ly/post-school_edu
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Financial pressures will continue to grow unless councils stop, reduce or significantly redesign services.
Our new report highlights a significant budget gap facing councils as funding fails to keep up with rising costs and demand.
Read it here: bit.ly/LG_budgets_26_27
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Leadership @AngusCouncil is strong and the council is focused on improvement. It collaborates and engages well with partners and its communities.
But there are difficult choices ahead as the council faces a £24.5 million budget gap.
Our new report: bit.ly/Angus_Council
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Progress has been made in cutting the criminal courts backlog and modernising justice services in Scotland.
But a rise in serious cases has put pressure on the justice system and increased the need for reform.
Find my latest report here: bit.ly/criminal_courts_backl…
Audit Scotland retweeted
Scotland’s councils need to be more ambitious as they change how they work and deliver services, to match the challenges ahead.
Financial pressures are growing and demand continues to rise.
More in the video below, and find our new report here: bit.ly/Delivering_for_the_Fu…
Audit Scotland retweeted
Aberdeenshire Council is well-run and many services are improving.
But the council needs to address a budget gap of £81 million over the coming years.
This requires continued collaboration between councillors and senior leaders.
Our new report: bit.ly/Aberdeenshire_Council
Audit Scotland retweeted
Urgent action is needed by @ShetIslandsCll as it faces a significant budget gap.
Council services are strong and there have been improvements in how the council is run.
But it can't rely on reserves to balance its budget. Change is needed: bit.ly/Shetland_Islands
Audit Scotland retweeted
Difficult decisions are urgently needed about how health and social care services are delivered, and where to redesign, reduce or discontinue services.
The cost of delivering these services, and demand for them, are rising faster than available funding: bit.ly/IJBs_2024-25
Audit Scotland retweeted
Having recently reported on local government finances, tomorrow we’ll publish a new report looking at the finances of Integration Joint Boards – they’re responsible for planning health and social care services in your local area.
Check back here tomorrow for more.
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Audit Scotland retweeted
The Scottish Public Pensions Agency must be more transparent following delays issuing remedy pension statements.
Around 50,000 retired scheme members don't know if they’re due higher pension payments.
It's unclear if an extended deadline will be met: bit.ly/SPPA_2024-25
Audit Scotland retweeted
Demand for council services and costs are rising faster than available funding.
Councils are at risk of becoming financially unsustainable.
This is impacting services.
They must fundamentally rethink how they operate and deliver services: bit.ly/LG_finances_2425
Audit Scotland retweeted
Tomorrow we'll publish our latest report focusing on the 2024/25 financial performance of councils in Scotland, as well as the financial outlook.
Follow us here for more.
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Audit Scotland retweeted
The administration of Scottish income tax 2024/25 will be our focus at our next meeting.
Tomorrow, we’ll hear from @AuditorGenScot and the Comptroller and Auditor General of @NAOorguk, Gareth Davies
📺Watch live from 9.30 am: ow.ly/Buco50Y3HtJ
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Audit Scotland retweeted
Since the reform of policing in Scotland in 2013 a lot has been achieved.
The service is well managed and led. But there's more to do, especially around workforce planning and management.
My joint report with @hmics: bit.ly/Policing_BV