Scottish Government

News Releases:

Monday 21/02/2005

Child protection campaign launched [Law, Order and Public Safety]

North East is base for pilot to encourage people to report concerns about potential abuse or neglect.

Ethnic minorities 'real wealth generator' [Business and Industry]

Minister says ethnic minority communities make significant contribution to business start-ups in Scotland.

firstclubgolf tees off [Sport]

Launch of national junior golf strategy’s introductory game which plans to make the game accessible to every child in Scotland.

Investigation into care home charging [Health and Community Care]

Deputy Health Minister calls for urgent reports on the use of top-up fees for care homes.

Prosecuting rape and sexual offences [Law, Order and Public Safety]

New forum set up for prosecutors from Scotland, England and Wales to ensure best practice from experience.

Friday 18/02/2005

Homeless World Cup 2005 [Sport]

Minister announces Executive's support for event to be hosted in Edinburgh this July.

House prices level off [Housing]

Latest figures show average price for residential property has levelled off in last quarter and is now £118,123.

Reappointments to SIDAB [Business and Industry]

Chair and three Members have been reappointed to the Scottish Industrial Development Advisory Board.

Thursday 17/02/2005

Bovine TB [Agriculture]

Start of a zero tolerance approach to overdue tests for bovine TB.

Funding allocations for Fire authorities [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Scotlands Fire and Rescue authorities have been notified of their share of capital funding for 2005.

New powers to tackle wildlife crime [Environment]

Law to crack down on criminals who poison rare birds of prey.

Take-off for Shetland runway project [Transport]

Sumburgh Airport in Shetland has landed £2.5 million of European funding for its runway extension project.

Wednesday 16/02/2005

Aberdeen heart waiting times cut by a month [Health and Community Care]

NHS Grampian take innovative action to cut patient waiting times.

Executive supports action on climate change [Environment]

Scotland urged to continue to lead efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Funding for Edinburgh Festival [Arts and Culture]

Culture Minister confirms funding from EventScotland for this year's Edinburgh International Festival

NHS appointments [Health and Community Care]

Two new members join Lanarkshire NHS Board

Review of post-mortem standards published [Health and Community Care]

Report shows post-mortem examination practice in Scotland operates to high professional and ethical standard.

Scottish businesses cash in on olympic bid [Sport]

Scottish businesses urged to reap the benefits of a successful bid from London to host the 2012 Olympics.

Standing up to Antisocial Behaviour Awards 2005 [People and Society]

Scheme aims to raise awareness about the drive, courage and commitment of people who have made a real difference in their area.

Tuesday 15/02/2005

Latest figures on housing [Housing]

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