(A) The Core Scottish Government consultancy spend recorded on the accountancy system in accordance with internal procedures was: 1.£14,048,084 in 2009 -10 2.£5,240,237 in 2010 -11 and 3.£3,747,396 in 2011 -12 This means consultancy spending between 2009 and 2012 has reduced by more than 73%.