September 2003
Tuesday 30/09/2003
Former Dunfermline pub worker named Scotland's Champion Learner of the Year.
Child Protection Action Team to consult on development of national standards.
Opportunity to respond to devolved aspects of civil partnership scheme for same-sex couples.
NHS Boards and Local Authorities told they must do more to ensure national targets are met.
Minister says backing of financial sector crucial if renewables industry is to reach full potential.
New Trustee appointed to the Board of the National Museums of Scotland.
Launch of framework of measures for the enhanced protection of Scotland’s natural environment.
Haulage companies to get up to £1.575m to offer Large Goods Vehicle driver training to employees.
Rail fares will rise on the ScotRail Network in in line with increases in the rest of UK.
First annual report on scheme to safeguard jobs.
Minister launches first Regional Selective Assistance annual report.
Innovative Edinburgh-based centre to offer children and staff groups safety training.
Survey shows over two thirds of Scots think more should be done to combat all kinds of prejudice.
Bypass of Ardrossan, Saltcoats and Stevenston programmed for completion in early 2005.
New appointments to Arts board include youngest ever member and American author.
Monday 29/09/2003
New appointments made on First Minister's recommendation.
Responsive health service depends on listening to patients - Minister.
Minister visits projects benefiting from Executive cities funding.
Training pack launched to help develop more inclusive schools.
Scotland's annual winter flu campaign aims to increase uptake this year.
The line up for this year's MTV awards - being held in Edinburgh has been announced.
Victims of youth crime to be offered more information under a new pilot scheme.
Crime event brings together Procurators Fiscal and local authorities from Central Scotland.
Sunday 28/09/2003
International rail conference told of developments to improve transport links.
Friday 26/09/2003
Funding of £27 million will help introduce lower speed limits around schools.