January 2003
Friday 31/01/2003
Action programmes to introduce measures to minimise nitrogen pollution in vulnerable areas.
Minister says there are 'encouraging' signs although death toll remains too high.
Minister announces two new names for board of national sports agency.
Extra £15 million is being made available to Scottish local authorities to improve local roads.
Four projects to benefit from one-off grants providing equipment and support.
New hearings system to deal with offenders responsible for one third of youth crime.
Minister says attitudes must change if Scots are to adopt healthier lifestyles.
North Lanarkshire to benefit from £1.5 million to clean up streets.
Appointment to the board of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency.
Remit change ensures involvement of front-line staff in NHS reform.
Thursday 30/01/2003
Minister responds to finding that cleanliness in one in five wards is sub-standard.
Codes of Practice covering power and duties in Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act issued.
Proposals to bring about greater influence in EU policy-making for Europe’s nations and regions.
Planning Advice Note aims to make trunk road system more efficient.
Lord Advocate says motorists involved in fatal accidents face 10 years in prison.
Construction of aircraft carriers to be carried out at Scots yards.
Pubication of interim guidance on the roles and responsibilities of Incident Control Teams.
Ministers sets out progress towards eradication of homelessness by 2012.
Minister welcomes statistics as showing 'resilience' of farming industry.
Minister says railways are core part of an integrated transport system.
Minister comments on figures that show violence against school staff has increased.
Incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour against school staff in 2001/02.
Minister says threat of terror no excuse for prejudice or racism.
Water Industry Commissioner approves charging scheme for consumers.
Wednesday 29/01/2003
Executive says priorities are smaller classes, fewer tests, and greater subject choice.