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Public finances accountability guide

Find out how the UK and Scottish Governments are held to account.

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ICAS response to ‘The Future of council tax in Scotland’ consultation

9 February 2026

Bold action needed to achieve sustainable public finances, say Scotland’s fiscal experts

19 June 2025

ICAS response to UK government ransomware legislative proposals

20 May 2025

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