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ALT A photo of COSLA Resources Spokesperson Councillor Katie Hagmann, with a text-in-image quote which reads: "Given the mounting challenges for local government, this additional funding will not solve the crises councils and communities are facing, which are exacerbated by the Employers National Insurance increase. Difficult decisions will still need to be made as councils look to protect essential frontline services."

ALT Text-in-image which is a quote from the COSLA President, Councillor Shona Morrison, which reads: "While we expect the direct costs to councils to be met in full, we also expect UK and Scottish Government to help us ensure that vital services provided by the third sector and others are protected from the increase."

ALT A photo of COSLA Children and Young People Spokesperson, Councillor Tony Buchanan, with a quote which reads: "Local Government is committed to keeping the promise by 2030 and ensuring that children and young people with care experience grow up loved, safe and respected."

ALT A purple, yellow, teal and white graphic which represents the United Nation's 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Purple text within the graphic reads: "16 Days of Action". There is also purple text on a light blue/green background which reads #16Days (which is the campaign's social media hashtag.). There is a black and purple COSLA logo in the bottom right corner, as COSLA are supporting the campaign.

ALT A quote which reads: “Today is World Children’s Day, marking the 35th anniversary of the date that the UN adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). On 16th July 2024 the UNCRC became incorporated into the law in Scotland. Local authorities are committed to ensuring that children’s rights are incorporated, meaningfully protected, and fulfilled. World Children's Day gives us all an opportunity to reflect on the progress we have made since its incorporation and recommit to delivering lasting change for children and young people across the country."

ALT A photo of COSLA Community Wellbeing Spokesperson Councillor Maureen Chalmers speaking at an event.

ALT An image of COSLA's Briefing for MSPs on additional employers' contribution compensation.

ALT An illustrated image showing a map of Scotland. Text reads: Invest Locally In Scotland's Future.

ALT A photo of COSLA Children and Young People Spokesperson, Councillor Tony Buchanan, with a quote which reads: "I was delighted to visit Ayr Grammar school and Early Years Centre this week, alongside the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, to see their approach to Additional Support for Learning. Yesterday, the Additional Support for Learning Progress Report and updated Action Plan were published."

ALT COSLA's Children and Young People Spokesperson, Councillor Tony Buchanan, speaking at the Youth Link Conference 2024.

ALT A group of people smiling at a visit to a community hub, primary school and garden.

ALT A group of people in discussion at a visit to a community hub, primary school and garden.