There’s a warning Scottish councils could go bankrupt if funding doesn’t improve.
Local authority body COSLA say tough choices have to be made, amid rising costs and greater demand.
The Scottish Government says it’s facing its most challenging budget settlement since devolution.
STV News has had access to one of its most ‘in demand’ services – support for looked-after children.
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