COSLA in Conversation COSLA

Against the backdrop of an ever-evolving political landscape, a new Member’s Bill which aims to empower communities has been introduced to the Scottish Parliament.

The European Charter of Local Self-Government (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill was brought forward - in May by Andy Wightman MSP, with the aim of strengthening the status and standing of Local Government in Scotland - and thereby increasing the involvement of local people in shaping the communities in which they live.

In COSLA’s first ever podcast, our President, Councillor Alison Evison, and Vice President, Councillor Graham Houston, are joined by Mr Wightman to discuss the importance and progression of the Bill.

Councillor Evison and Councillor Houston will also outline why COSLA supports the Bill, and the difference its introduction could make to Local Government in Scotland.

We hope you enjoy their discussion.



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