Health sector national reports 2011/12

15 December 2011 for the Auditor General

The overall performance of the NHS in Scotland was good in 2010/11, but there are significant financial pressures building.

28 November 2011 for Audit Scotland

The Priorities and Risks Framework (PRF) for the NHS (National Health Service) identifies the current national priorities and risks in the NHS in Scotland. The NHS PRF is a tool that auditors use to plan audits of NHS bodies. It helps ensure that audit work is properly focused and that it takes account of the national priorities and risks. The NHS PRF is updated annually.

13 October 2011 for the Auditor General

The NHS in Scotland should do more to consider telehealth when introducing or redesigning services. It provides an opportunity to treat patients in new ways, and to help manage rising costs and demand.

4 August 2011 for the Auditor General / Accounts Commission

Greater coordination of transport for health and social care, which affects many people across Scotland, could lead to significant improvements and financial savings.

2 June 2011 for the Auditor General / Accounts Commission

The Scottish Government, NHS and councils need to show stronger shared leadership and support for community health partnerships to improve people’s health and move more services into the community.