July 2003
Thursday 31/07/2003
Transport on Islay and Jura, playpark in Hebrides, renovated hall in Moray...
Another 70 graduates to be added to scheme aimed at meeting staffing demand.
Vessel owners have until end of August to submit further applications for aid under scheme.
Executive puts forwards ideas on better services for looked after children.
Latest figures show five per cent increase in local authority social workers.
Wednesday 30/07/2003
Executive pledges to consult with local people on closures linked to traditional festivals.
Minister says GDP data confirms the difficulties faced by Scottish businesses.
Gross Domestic Product in Scotland fell by 0.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2003.
Minister visits site of new road that will connect to new Upper Forth Crossing.
Official launch of Institute for Excellence in Social Work Education in Dundee.
Executive announces cash support for voluntary organisation providing planning advice.
A project, by Loch Frisa, is protecting resident sea eagles while allowing visitors to see them.
Tuesday 29/07/2003
Statistical bulletin - Housing Trends in Scotland: Quarter Ending March 31 2003.
Minister clelebrates the success of the Park Authority's Early Actions Programme.
Guidelines to help those who run away from home or who are exploited through prostitution.
Figures show nummber of children attending pre-school education is up 6% since January 2002.
Minister welcomes figures showing rise in number of children attending pre-school education.
Impact of FMD on Scottish economy was a fall in GDP of between £13.6m and £29.8m.
Monday 28/07/2003
Tender documents issued to shortlist bidding for contract from Strategic Rail Authority.
Support for victims, witnesses and their families who give evidence in Scotland’s High Courts.
Friday 25/07/2003
Announcement of £250,000 of funding as part of drive to curb anti-social behaviour.
Health Minister approves Health Board's plans for modernisation money.
Executive takes steps to ensure GM oil seed rape does not accidentally enter the supply chain.
Thursday 24/07/2003
Agency said to have well-established reputation after its first three years.
Health Minister endorses moves towards national sight screening programme for sufferers.