General
Friday 14/02/2003
Progress report shows number of biotech companies has almost doubled.
Executive welcomes Private Member's Bill at Westminister on fireworks.
Kerbside scheme expecting to recycle more than 8,000 tonnes of paper each year.
Proposals to test genetic link to Scrapie with view to eradication.
Test purchasing by young people under the age of 16 to be piloted in four areas in Scotland.
Thursday 13/02/2003
Distribution of money among 48 Social Inclusion Partnerships around Scotland.
General good quality but areas of pollution found in Central Scotland.
Ministers join school children on walk to school as part of new Physical Activity Strategy.
MSPs vote through Bill which ensures 'money delivers results'.
Councils have 'stability' of knowing grant allocations for next three years.
Environment agency to run scheme giving online access to pollution data by May.
An ageing population, more cohabiting couples, 11 per cent fewer Gaelic speakers.
Guide to good practice in the development of out of school care services.
Ministers meet with Chief Constables to discuss current security situation.
Consultants study of potential rail links to Edinburgh and Glasgow airports.
Local targets should reflect local circumstances will offer encouragement - Minister.
Wednesday 12/02/2003
Minister urges Scots firms to utilise new sources of finance.
Algerian national appears at Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with contravention of Terrorism Act.
Ministers give their views on Committee's report into lifelong learning strategy.
£6m package of measures to improve access to NHS dental treatment and modernise practices unveiled.