News Releases:
Thursday 02/12/2004
Report by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons.
Two Board members are re-appointed for another four years.
Businessman appointed to head review as part of next phase of Efficient Government.
Licensing system can be used to break link between excessive drinking and crime - Minister.
Wednesday 01/12/2004
The First Minister has apologised on behalf of people of Scotland to those subjected to past abuse and neglect while in care.
Series of confidence-building initiatives aim to instil 'can do' attitudes in professionals working with young people.
Health Minister describes deal as most radical reform of pay and conditions since 1948.
Road safety campaign to highlight dangers of using mobiles while driving.
BSE testing regime to take over from automatic ban on older animals entering food chain.
Deputy Health Minister says Scotland must guard against complacency.
Tuesday 30/11/2004
Free advice offered on how best to handle multiple debts.
Saltire added to website to strengthen sense of Scottish identity.
More than £550,000 shared among 29 projects across rural Scotland.
Minister says focus on market is necessary following 'tough year'.
Minister says EU management proposals already overtaken by events.
Outcome of policy and financial review of SIDAB.
A National Statistics Publication.
Help for local authorities in delivering online planning services to the public.
Five projects share £500,000 for new recycling initiatives.
Demand for more recognition of regional and devolved governments in developing and implementing European laws.