Council can do more to maintain reserves ‘legacy’, auditors say
More could be done to protect the council’s reserves, its audit committee meeting heard today (Tuesday). Audit Scotland assistant director Brian Howarth said the draw…
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Audit Scotland reports suggest that Shetland Islands Council is performing well
A positive report from Audit Scotland has claimed that the council is on stable financial footing and is working hard to ensure future financial sustainability.
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A quarter more spent on locums
NHS Shetland spending on locums and agency nurses rocketed this year, according to a new report by Audit Scotland. It revealed that the health board…
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Scott renews calls for ferry contract decision to be scrutinised
Isles MSP Tavish Scott has renewed his call for Audit Scotland to scrutinise the tender process which led to Serco being awarded the lifeline Northern…
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By NEIL RIDDELL Scotland’s financial watchdog’s latest report on the SIC is so damning that it would “result in a vote of no confidence” in…
READ FULL STORYWatchdog’s criticism of SIC demands action, says councillor
Scotland’s financial watchdog’s latest report on the SIC is so damning that it would “result in a vote of no confidence” in the administration of…
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