Do you know about our e-hubs?

Each one pulls together work we've done in a particular area and other resources that might be of interest.

Topics include Childcare and Transforming health and social care.

Visit our website for more: bit.ly/e-Hubs

Andrew Burns has been confirmed as the new deputy chair of the Accounts Commission. Andrew has been a member of the Commission since 2018. His appointment runs until 2026.

We all very much look forward to working with Andrew as he takes up his new role.

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There’s still time to apply for this role.

As Auditor, you will research, analyse and audit financial and non-financial data and other evidence to help establish how well public money is being used.

Find out more and apply before Sunday 21 April at:
bit.ly/Auditor_PABV_A…

Our members will get together on Thursday for our April meeting, and one of the items up for discussion is a report on how Falkirk Council is performing.

Full agenda here: bit.ly/Accounts_Commi…

You're welcome to watch the meeting, just email [email protected].

Growing demand and increased costs have added to the pressure on Scotland’s NHS - impacting on both staff and patients.

Most waiting times standards aren’t being met.

More on Stephen Boyle’s annual overview of the NHS in Scotland: bit.ly/NHS_in_Scotlan…

Don't let this opportunity pass you by.

If you are an experienced IT Auditor or come from a technology background and are keen to specialise in audit, take a look at our Senior IT Auditor role profile:

bit.ly/Senior_IT_Audi…

Applications close this Sunday, 14 April.

We are assessing the financial sustainability of Integration Joint Boards, their performance and outcomes for service users.

Our report is scheduled for publication in June 2024.

You can find out more about IJBs here: bit.ly/IJB_audit_scope

If you have strong research and analytical skills then we have the role for you!

As an Auditor, you will lead on distinct areas of audit delivery and build relationships with audited bodies and stakeholders.

Find out more and apply at: bit.ly/Auditor_PABV_A…

In spring 2024, the Accounts Commission and Stephen Boyle will report on how well public bodies are tackling digital exclusion.

The work will explore experiences of digital exclusion and seek to understand how it impacts people.

Read the audit scope: bit.ly/Digital_Exclus…

Today marks the start of #StressAwarenessMonth .

The Stephen Boyle and Accounts Commission reported on adult mental health services in Scotland.

They found that accessing these services remains slow and complicated for many people.

You can read the report at: bit.ly/Adult_Mental_H…

This week, Anne Cairns represented Audit Scotland at the OECD Governance Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum.

You can read about our counter-fraud work here: bit.ly/Counter_Fraud

Two new opportunities to join us at Audit Scotland have just gone live: Senior IT Auditor and Web Officer.

More details about both of these roles can be found at: bit.ly/Audit_Scotland…

Thread: Moray Council is failing to make sufficient progress and must speed up its plans to transform how it works.

It must also show how it will ensure it has the skills to do so.

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Moray Council’s plans to transform how it works must set out clear targets and deadlines.

Unless this happens, the council will fail to identify savings needed to tackle a budget gap of over £31 million.

Our new report on Moray Council: bit.ly/Moray_Council_…

Closing soon: Executive Director of Performance Audit and Best Value.

Our work covers about £59 billion of public spending, almost 300 public sector accounts, and the services and projects that affect all people and communities in Scotland.

Join us: bit.ly/Executive_Dire…

We have launched our new website.

The refreshed look is simpler and clearer, designed with user experience in mind.

Visit audit.scot for more.

Around 40% of Scotland's budget goes on health spending.

Without change, it's forecast to get closer to 50%, which means less money for other vital public services.

It's why I've called for a clear vision for health and social care: bit.ly/3vpVofi

At tomorrow's Public Audit Committee, the Stephen Boyle will give evidence on 'NHS in Scotland 2023'.

Read the report here: bit.ly/NHS_in_Scotlan…

You can also watch the session live from 09.00 at ow.ly/GwPB50QWvyr

We have a unique opportunity to join us as Executive Director of Performance Audit and Best Value.

You’ll be responsible for delivering a programme of performance audits that respond to the key issues Scotland’s public sector faces.

Full details: bit.ly/Executive_Dire…

Ahead of tomorrow's meeting of the Public Audit Committee, you can read the Stephen Boyle's report 'National Strategy for Economic Transformation'.

The publication is available at:

bit.ly/National_Strat…