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COSLA operates a 24 hour, 365 day a year media service. The media team issues statements and news about Scottish local government, and campaigns on specific issues. Media enquiries should be directed to David J Kennedy, Head of Media and Communications, 0131 474 9205, davidk@cosla.gov.uk
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| 14 December 2017 |
Budget response from COSLALocal Government has faced really difficult times over the last few years and these will remain into the future despite a more measured approach by the Scottish Government in... |
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| 12 December 2017 |
COSLA welcomes the news that the number of school teachers has increased over the last yearA COSLA Spokesperson said: “COSLA welcomes the news today (Tuesday) that the number of school teachers has increased over the last year. “There is no doubt that many... |
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| 12 December 2017 |
COSLA responds to National Improvement Framework reportCouncillor Stephen McCabe, Spokesperson for Children and Young People said: “Local Authorities are absolutely committed to improving the lives of young people and their families... |
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| 7 December 2017 |
Local Governance ReviewReview to strengthen local decision making. Communities are to have their say on how more decisions can be taken at a local level. The Scottish Government and COSLA... |
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| 30 November 2017 |
COSLA rejects CMA appraisal of the Scottish Market as inaccurateCllr Peter Johnston, COSLA Spokesperson for Health and Social Care stated:“I am deeply disappointed that the CMA report has misrepresented the specific circumstances of Scotland... |
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| 28 November 2017 |
COSLA comment on secondary ticketing sitesFiona Richardson, Chief Officer for Trading Standards Scotland said: “Whilst there is undoubtedly a role for the secondary ticket market, a small number of individuals... |
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| 28 November 2017 |
Accounts Commission report reinforces COSLA call for Fair FundingToday’s (Tuesday) Overview Report from the Accounts Commission is a timely and accurate reflection of the precarious financial position Scotland’s Councils finds themselves in and... |
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| 27 November 2017 |
COSLA comment on activity levelsA COSLA Spokesperson commented:“Scottish Councils provide a range of opportunities to support children and young people to be active. We also work with key partners such as Health... |
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| 24 November 2017 |
Education Bill consultationCouncil Leaders today (Friday) agreed that COSLA writes to the Deputy First Minister outlining their concerns around various elements contained within the Education Bill... |
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| 22 November 2017 |
COSLA budget commentCommenting on today's Budget, Councillor Kelly Parry COSLA's Community Wellbeing Spokesperson said: “COSLA is delighted to see that Government has listened to what COSLA and... |