August 2003
Friday 29/08/2003
Minister praises work by the John Muir Trust to in some of Skye's most remote areas.
Minister tells crofters Land Reform Act can make future buy-out dreams come true.
More people surviving for longer, according to latest figures.
More than 100 groups have affiliated to flexible minibus scheme in Ayrshire.
Annual report and accounts shows agency 'performing well' - Minister.
Extension of deadline for applications to fishing vessel decommissioning scheme to September 30.
Executive confirms it is to go ahead with ex-gratia payment scheme for sufferers.
Consultation period enters final fortnight as Ministers promise rapid action.
Chairpersons and members of three groups who will examine options for governance Bill.
Enterprise Minister talks of potential for 'green jobs' in Highlands and islands.
Planning authorities issued advice on assessing environmental effects of their plans.
Parliament will see longer questioning session of First Minister at 12 noon.
New Hofn centre will help staff develop skills as part of Executive's lifelong learning strategy.
First Minister acts as Inspecting Office at Tulliallan passing out parade.
Consultation begins on use of bio-mass in power stations for renewable energy.
Minister says 'best practice' evaulation will become the norm for all schools in Scotland.
Thursday 28/08/2003
Summary information published by the Registrar General for Scotland.
Executive's view as Scotland moves into era of European enlargement.
Deputy First Minister in Ross-shire and Inverness-shire.
Communities Minister announces funding worth £230,000 for wide range of initiatives.
Announcement of investigation into rising death toll in response to new figures.
Announcement of changes in fighting crime and supporting victims in Dumfries & Galloway.
Latest figures show median waiting time for first outpatient appointment has fallen.
Presentation of awards for people who choose to change their lifestyles.
EU animal by-products regulation to be waived in areas designated 'remote'.