Union bosses say they are “extremely concerned” over a proposed cost-cutting restructuring programme at Dundee City Council.

A rise in the number of elderly people living in Moray has forced the council to review funding allocations as the demand for services increases.

AN ANGUS councillor has called for an investigation into the tendering process that saw a lucrative mental health services contract awarded to an Edinburgh-based company.

AN apology has been made by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar after a confidential home care file about an elderly islander turned up in a charity shop.

The Kirk’s finances will come under fresh scrutiny as its social care arm faces a £3.6 million deficit this year.

An Edinburgh-based company is to be awarded the contract to provide mental health services across Angus.

HIGHLY sensitive social work case notes and documents relating to Helensburgh families have been found dumped in a black plastic bag.

Social workers will have to prove to their professional watchdog that they can keep whereabouts of at-risk children a secret from offenders.

The quality of fostering and adoption services at Highland Council have been rated as “excellent” by the Care Commission.

An audit report has praised Scottish Borders Council (SBC) for its “strong leadership” and good quality services.