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
Fire and rescue authorities are making progress but need to do more to achieve best value
Posted: 17 July 2008
Some improvements have been made since the main national report on performance was published in March 2007.
The new GP contract has cost more than expected although there are early signs of benefits for some patients
Posted: 3 July 2008
The new contract, introduced in April 2004, has brought some benefits for
patients, GPs and the wider NHS.
Annual reports now available for Audit Scotland and the Accounts Commission
Posted: 25 June 2008
These reports reflect our various achievements over the year and summarise the body of work Audit Scotland produced in 2007/08.
Large public projects need more robust cost estimates to allow better scrutiny before they are approved
Posted: 24 June 2008
Those involved in decision making must be able to properly scrutinise and challenge proposals for major projects.
A sound performance by Aberdeenshire Council but a more strategic approach is needed
Posted: 20 June 2008
The council is providing good services in a number of key areas and is committed to working with other organisations.