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COSLA @COSLA
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 11
COSLA has today responded to the Accounts Commission report on Local Government budgets 2026/27. Read the full comment from Cllr Ricky Bell, COSLA Resources Spokesperson here ow.ly/yjh550ZaknP
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 12
The COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 are now live! More information on our website here: ow.ly/5VlT50Z3KWI Apply by 5pm on Friday 24th July using our online form: ow.ly/8ahS50Z3KWJ
COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 celebrating top achievements in Scottish Local Government with application deadline on July 24th.

ALT COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 celebrating top achievements in Scottish Local Government with application deadline on July 24th.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 11
COSLA has today responded to the Accounts Commission report on Local Government budgets 2026/27. Read the full comment from Cllr Ricky Bell, COSLA Resources Spokesperson here ow.ly/yjh550ZaknP
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 11
COSLA has today responded to the Accounts Commission report on Local Government budgets 2026/27. Read the full comment from Cllr Ricky Bell, COSLA Resources Spokesperson here ow.ly/yjh550ZaknP
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 11
cosla.gov.uk/news/2026/june/…

COSLA Response to Accounts Commission Report

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Accounts Commission@AccCommScot
Jun 11
Financial pressures will continue to grow unless councils stop, reduce or significantly redesign services. Our new report highlights a significant budget gap facing councils as funding fails to keep up with rising costs and demand. Read it here: bit.ly/LG_budgets_26_27 1/2
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 10
COSLA politicians and officers are at the Scottish Parliament this evening, connecting with new and returning MSPs, sharing local government priorities and building relationships to support communities across Scotland.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 10
COSLA officers are at the Scottish Parliament today delivering a session with SPICe, “An Introduction to Local Government in Scotland,” for new MSPs, highlighting the vital role councils play in communities and looking ahead to continued collaboration.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 9
Today, @cllrpaulkelly spoke at the SFHA conference on social housing as a public health intervention, highlighting how safe, affordable homes support wellbeing & reduce service pressure. A vital discussion on the role of housing, communities & local government in public health.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 8
Carers Week (8–12 June 2026) raises awareness of unpaid carers and their vital role. This year’s theme, Building Carer Friendly Communities, highlights the need for places and services where carers are recognised, supported and valued. carersweek.org #CarersWeek
Cllr Paul Kelly quote: “Three in five of us will take on a caring responsibility in our lifetime. Every single day, carers enable people they care for to get the most out of life. I would like to thank each carer for the vital support they provide to the people they care for, and for the contributions they make to the health and social care system as a whole.

ALT Cllr Paul Kelly quote: “Three in five of us will take on a caring responsibility in our lifetime. Every single day, carers enable people they care for to get the most out of life. I would like to thank each carer for the vital support they provide to the people they care for, and for the contributions they make to the health and social care system as a whole.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 5
Refugee Festival Scotland returns 12–21 June 2026 with 150 events. @CllrChalmersSNP said "The festival showcases the diversity, creativity and welcome that helps people rebuild their lives and feel part of their community.” Explore the programme 👇ow.ly/B5k450Z7Vnt
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 5
The COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 are now live! More information on our website here: ow.ly/5VlT50Z3KWI Apply by 5pm on Friday 24th July using our online form: ow.ly/8ahS50Z3KWJ
COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 celebrating top achievements in Scottish Local Government with application deadline on July 24th.

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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 5
COSLA published a series of white papers to help shape debate across all political parties. Each paper brings together COSLA’s agreed, cross party policy positions on key issues. We will continue to champion these proposals. cosla.gov.uk/manifesto/white… #WeAreCOSLA
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 4
Our manifesto sets out what local government needs from the Scottish Government to continue to serve communities. We need the Scottish Government to work together with us, as equal partners, to deliver lasting change & improve outcomes. cosla.gov.uk/manifesto #WeAreCOSLA
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 4
COSLA was pleased to attend the Glasgow Partners Conference, hosted by @@GlasgowCC on 2 June, bringing partners together to build resilience, strengthen cohesion and tackle shared challenges. A valuable day of insight & discussion to support inclusive communities across Scotland.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 4
Scottish local govt makes a huge impact: •Scotland has 32 councils •There are 1,226 cllrs •Councils spend over £19 billion a year •Councils employ more than 240,000 people Behind every figure are services people rely on every day. #WeAreCOSLA cosla.gov.uk/
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 3
📢 Our latest Elected Member Bulletin is out now! In this issue: 🟣COSLA Excellence Awards 2026 🟣We Are COSLA 🟣Refugee Festival Scotland ...and much more! Read more: ow.ly/V1pt50Z7cPg
COSLA Elected Member Bulletin highlighting key updates including the launch of the COSLA Excellence Awards, We Are COSLA, Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 and the Creating Hope Together Conference 2026.

ALT COSLA Elected Member Bulletin highlighting key updates including the launch of the COSLA Excellence Awards, We Are COSLA, Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 and the Creating Hope Together Conference 2026.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 3
COSLA is the champion for councils. We: ENGAGE. DEVELOP. CAMPAIGN. CHAMPION. LEAD. NEGOTIATE. SUPPORT. cosla.gov.uk/
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 2
COSLA is the voice of local govt in Scotland. We champion the vital work of councils & councillors & help secure the powers & resources they need. We work on behalf of all 32 councils, focusing on the challenges & opportunities they face. cosla.gov.uk/ #WeAreCOSLA
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 2
Yesterday, @CllrPaulKelly met with @IMSERSO - including representatives from national and regional governments across Spain - to discuss the importance of embedding human rights approaches into the delivery and evaluation of social care services.
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COSLA@COSLA
Jun 2
A valuable discussion that reinforced our shared ambitions between Scotland and Spain for systems that consistently enable access to high quality care and support.
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