CIPFA is giving evidence to two inquiries being held by Scottish Parliament committees. This week, Angela Scott, Head of CIPFA in Scotland gave evidence to an inquiry into local government finance. Next week, the Scotland team will give evidence on the Public Service Reform Bill.

Sustainability: implications for you and your council
CIPFA's 2009 sustainability conference aims to help you get to grips with what this key agenda means for you and your council. With case studies and practical guidance, including details of the Carbon Reduction Commitment, this annual event is essential for public finance professionals looking to meet their organisation's sustainability obligations.

Networks: six month subscriptions now available
CIPFA Networks cover Finance, Performance, Governance, Benefits and Revenues, helping public sector professionals be the best in their specialist field. Our wide range of events, technical help and e-resources are now available on six-month trial subscriptions. Email cipfanetworks@cipfa.org.uk or call the Networks team on 0208 667 1144.

Knowing your customers
The need for organisations to truly know their customers is paramount to delivering products and services that provide quality, value for money and are relevant to customer needs. Register with the Improvement Network to access articles to help you find out what your customers want.

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Join CIPFA's Facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news, updates and events and to network with other members.

This week in Public Finance: higher anxiety
The good news is that record numbers of young people are applying for degree courses. The bad news is that higher education does not have enough funding and some universities are at financial risk. Stephen Court reports in the 4 September issue of Public Finance.

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