January 2009
Friday 30/01/2009
New bill to encourage use of arbitration and and help attract international arbitration business to Scotland.
First Minister opens Scottish and Southern Energy's (SSE) new Cumbernauld customer service centre.
Interim chair and Board members appointed.
Scottish Curling Teams to benefit from Homecoming sponsorship deal.
A second case of Infectious Salmon Anaemia (ISA) has been confirmed in Shetland.
Opening of the West Lothian Confucius Classroom Hub at Bathgate Academy.
Study shows renewables can be a key economic driver.
Thursday 29/01/2009
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Finance Secretary re-introduces Bill at Scottish Parliament.
Two further non-executive directors announced.
New plan for the Gaelic language aims to increase its use in public life.
New chair officially takes up post.
Scottish Government Ministers aim to show how small lifestyle changes can make a difference.
Expert appointed to head up review of the £1.6 billion rural support programme.
Wednesday 28/01/2009
Bill to be reintroduced on Thursday after it fails to win majority in Parliament.
Diageo's £65 million bioenergy plant in Fife will improve renewables sector and create up to 20 new long-term jobs.
A National Statistics publication for Scotland.
Economic potential of marine energy in North of Scotland to be mapped out.
Inspection reports a tightening of admission criteria and drop in number of absconds.
Reduced charges lead to greater take up of pre-payment option.
The First Minister congratulates Colin Montgomerie.
Drop in GDP underlines importance of spending plans - Finance Secretary.
Non-executive member appointed.
Tuesday 27/01/2009
£17 million accelerated investment to create new affordable housing across Scotland.
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.