On the 11th September COSLA confirmed that Local Government will engage constructively in the Scottish Government's proposed three-month dialogue on public service reform, but participation must not be mistaken for agreement to any predetermined structure or transfer of responsibilities. Councillors are elected by their communities to represent their interests. It is therefore vital to public trust that engagement is meaningful and truly informs any change to public services.

Council Leaders are clear: public service reform must be developed jointly by Local Government and Scottish Government, grounded in evidence, focused on outcomes, and shaped by the communities and workforce who will be most affected.

11/09: Read our full statement here.

25/09: COSLA respond to SG plans to reform Local Government

02/10: Scottish Government social care plans “risk medicalising disability, care and support”