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<p>The <b>Convention of Scottish Local Authorities</b> (<b>COSLA</b> ) is the national association of Scottish <a href="page.php?w=local_government_in_Scotland">councils</a> and acts as an <a href="page.php?w=employers%27_association">employers' association</a> for its 32 member authorities.</p>

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<p>Formed in 1975, COSLA exists to promote and protect the interests of the country's councils by providing a forum for discussion of matters of common concern. COSLA ascertains the views of member councils and communicates these to <a href="page.php?w=Scottish_Government">central government</a>,</p><p>
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