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Local Authority Scotland Accounts Advisory Committee
Council accounting: a shift from rules to principles
Opinion
1 Sep 16
Look out for the consultation on changes to the code of practice on local authority accounting, including new standards and requirements
At a fork in the road
Analysis
4 Oct 13
Three consultations proposing key changes signal some important challenges ahead for the future direction of local government finance
Setting the standard
Analysis
7 Mar 12
Councils coped well with the first year of accounting under IFRS – an impressive achievement in harsh times. Now they must get the most out of the changes
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Relentless pressures and a sector in danger – Owen Mapley warns MPs about council finances
CIPFA: Spring Statement too light on public service reform
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Council staff 2025 pay offer tabled
McMahon urged to leave Portsmouth out of local government reorganisation plans
McMahon unveils local audit reform package
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