The Scottish Government

Monday 08/09/2008

Blueprint for Scottish broadcasting revolution

First Minister welcomes Scottish Broadcasting Commission's final report.

Over 21 alcohol pilot

Local scheme has seen calls to police about antisocial behaviour fall by 40 per cent.

Proposals to tackle re-offending

Justice Secretary says 'status quo not an option' on penal reform.

Saturday 06/09/2008

Clearances statue unveiled in Canada

Winnipeg monument honours Scots who left for Canada during the Highland Clearances.

Friday 05/09/2008

First Minister hosts Scottish Olympians

The First Minister hosts a reception at Edinburgh Castle.

Funding for mountain rescue teams

Support announced for Scotland's mountain rescue teams.

Growing demand for Scottish food

Demand for Scottish produce has increased in the past year.

School children travel through time

Competition for school children to provide their vision of the future of healthcare.

Scotland's economic performance

Financial services sector key to economic performance - First Minister.

Tiny rare snail to recieve protection

Help for the narrow-mouthed whorl snail.

Thursday 04/09/2008

Health Board funding

Half of all new resources to be targeted on young people and the battles against obesity.

Promoting healthy Scottish produce

Education Secretary eats only Scottish for a week to highlight benefits of local produce.