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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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