Local Government Finance

MoneyThis section gives information on how to access statistics relating to Local Government Finance. We are responsible for collecting, analysing and disseminating data on local government income and expenditure, covering revenue and capital spending, council tax and non-domestic rates.

You may browse directly our Publications or Datasets lists for specific information. If you can't find what you're looking for, use the search tools on the Search Statistics page or contact us directly for more information.

The Statistical News Releases page includes those releases related to the Local Government Finance topic.

Local Government Finance statistics in more detail

Current Publications

We produce four main publications per year. Our most recent publications are:

Non Domestic Rates Relief for Small Business in Scotland 2011 (Published 27 October 2011)

Provisional Outturn 2010-11 and Budget Estimates 2011-12 (Published 29 June 2011)

Council Tax Collection Statistics 2010-11 (Published 21 June 2011)

Scottish Local Government Finance Statistics 2009-10 (Published 24 February 2011)

Future Publications

The provisional timetable for our next set of publications is as follows:

Scottish Local Government Finance Statistics 2010-11 - February 2012

Council Tax Collection Statistics 2011-12 - Summer 2012

Provisional Outturn 2011-12 and Budget Estimates 2012-13 - Summer 2012

Further Information

Publications
Recent statistical publications on Local Government Finance, including background information, and other selected sources.

Datasets
Background data and tables are available in Excel format.

Data Supplier Area
Guidance and forms for our data suppliers.

Methods and Background
Methodology and background information to Local Government Finance statistics.

Consultation - ScotStat
Consultation and planning arrangements for Local Government Finance statistical collections.

Related Areas and Links
Associated areas on the Scottish Government website, and other key links for further information.

Contacts
Our contact information.

Page updated: Thursday, October 27, 2011