Scottish Government

News Releases:

Monday 31/12/2012

First Minister's New Year message [First Minister]

Referendum to bring new opportunities for Scots to make own choices.

Think about your drink [Health and Community Care]

New Year revellers urged to drink responsibly.

Whisky galore – an international asset [Business and Industry]

Survey highlights international importance of Scotch.

Sunday 30/12/2012

Scots urged to turn over a green leaf [Environment]

Greener resolutions will benefit everyone.

Sturgeon calls for positive debate on independence [General]

Edinburgh Agreements rounds off historic year

Saturday 29/12/2012

1,200 short breaks [Health and Community Care]

Supporting families raising disabled children and young people.

French say ‘oui’ to Scottish grub [Business and Industry]

France tops export league table for Scottish food and drink.

Queen's New Year Honours list 2013 [People and Society]

New Year Honours list for 2013.

Friday 28/12/2012

Bee healthy [Environment]

First Scottish bee health survey underway.

Record breaking year for renewable energy [Business and Industry]

2012 is best year yet for renewable energy in Scotland.

Weather caution [Environment]

Mixed outlook in build up to Hogmanay

Thursday 27/12/2012

£5 million for college estates improvements [Education and Training]

Investment in further education campuses.

Cash to tackle empty homes [Housing]

Successful bids for £4.5 million loan fund announced.

Flame shell reef discovery [Marine and Fisheries]

Loch Alsh find ‘could be largest in the world'.

New Year, new learning opportunities [Education and Training]

Winter school leavers encouraged to take up education and training places.

Wednesday 26/12/2012

Something to smile about [Health and Community Care]

Advice to keep smiles healthy after 'selection boxes'.

Tuesday 25/12/2012

Update on flooding and roads [Environment]

Minister thanks all those who have helped during recent bad weather.

Monday 24/12/2012

The 12 days of a Greener Christmas [Environment]

Spread some greener goodwill this festive season.

Sunday 23/12/2012

Give food a chance this festive season [Environment]

Cutting back on food waste brings greener benefits for all.

Merry Christmas NHS [Health and Community Care]

Early ‘Christmas present’ for NHS staff.