Library
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Guidance / Research
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The Scottish Executive's consultation paper on a national strategy for shared services. It outlines the Executive's vision for shared services in Scotland, outlines guiding principles for taking the strategy forward and details a programme of activities to support implementation of the strategy. Also contains all information needed to respond to the consultation.
