Welcome
COSLA is the voice of Local Government in Scotland. We provide political leadership on national issues, and work with councils to improve local services and strengthen local democracy.
Conference Centre
The COSLA Conference Centre located in Verity House provides modern, flexible meeting accommodation at competitive rates. Our range of facilities can handle every type of event.
COSLA Officer Bearers
The election of COSLA's President and Vice President took place on 30 June 2017, alongside the appointment of our five spokespersons.
Transient Visitor Tax
COSLA calls for more financial powers for councils starting with Transient Visitor Tax. Read our document and join the discussion on Twitter (@COSLA).
Latest news
6 February 2020
COSLA said it was disappointed that once again the Scottish Government has presented a Budget for Local Government that looks much better than the...
5 February 2020
The Scottish Government has unveiled its new National Transport Strategy.Introducing the Strategy, Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure...
5 February 2020
Local Government welcomes the recommendations from the Independent Care Review and encourages all partners to work together to ensure we build a care...
21 Feb 2020
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