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
21 August 2019
COSLA President Councillor Alison Evison said this afternoon (Monday): “COSLA and Scottish Local Government have worked hard to reassure EU citizens...
21 August 2019
COSLA President Councillor Alison Evison said that she was delighted with today’s (Tuesday) report from Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in...
20 August 2019
A COSLA Spokesperson said: "All schools are focussed on ensuring that children and young people benefit from a curriculum delivered across the school...
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