Thursday 23/05/2013
Jobs hope, but rail freight charges pose serious threat
Salmond to appear before committee conveners on launch of programme for government.
Scotland leads collaboration on climate action for world’s poorest people.
Scottish Parliament passes Bill for new operating company
Public sector agencies in discussions with potential investors
Additional £13.8 million for world leading research.
Urgent discussions sought
FM announces key observance dates for centenary of the Great War.
Wednesday 22/05/2013
Millions to develop business performance
One thousand training and volunteering places announced for jobless young Scots.
Lochhead hits out as DEFRA rule out change as too “difficult”.
Remit of group accepted as Chair calls for written submissions.
Range of environmental factors limit emergence of prawns.
Swinney outlines economic opportunities of independence
£6 million to be allocated to farmers hit by extreme weather.
Tuesday 21/05/2013
1 in 5 households have received support
House builders encouraged to sign up to next round.
Scotland’s External Affairs Minister addresses 13th Doha Forum in Qatar.
45 organisations awarded share of £10 million.
Paper outlines vision of thriving economy in Scotland's own hands.