Scottish Government

Edinburgh and Lothians

Tuesday 21/05/2013

Affordable homes scheme goes from strength to strength [Housing]

House builders encouraged to sign up to next round.

Wednesday 15/05/2013

New lease of life given to empty property in Fife [Housing]

Homes Again project helps restore properties for affordable rent.

Thursday 02/05/2013

Social, Democratic and Economic case for independence [People and Society]

External Affairs Secretary says social bonds with UK will remain strong.

Wednesday 01/05/2013

Book Week Scotland - The Sequel [Arts and Culture]

Scotland to host a second national celebration of reading.

Tuesday 23/04/2013

Over 2,000 jobs at new innovation centres [First Minister]

First Minister announces £30 million investment in technology and life sciences project.

Monday 22/04/2013

NHS Chair appointment [Health and Community Care]

Chair appointed to Lothian NHS Board.

Wednesday 17/04/2013

MacAskill praises work of Police Scotland [General]

Scottish Government recognises outstanding contribution of officers

Friday 12/04/2013

Strengthening support for filmmakers

Expo funding will nurture developing talent.

Friday 15/03/2013

More science chances for kids [Education and Training]

Scottish Government invests £144,000 in science events.

Friday 08/03/2013

NHS board appointments [Health and Community Care]

Members reappointed to Lothian NHS Board

Tuesday 05/03/2013

Millions pledged to councils for new homes [Housing]

Funding to build 1,000 homes and support jobs.

Sunday 03/03/2013

Extreme weather summit [Environment]

Ministers host summit to discuss how Scotland can better prepare for unpredictable weather

Friday 01/03/2013

Offensive Behaviour Act first anniversary [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Anti-sectarian legislation ‘working well’.

Wind farm approved [Business and Industry]

East Lothian wind farm could power more than 32,000 homes.

Wednesday 27/02/2013

Former pupils build new Lasswade High [First Minister]

Schools for the Future boosting jobs and economic prospects across Scotland.

Thursday 21/02/2013

Cash for cans and bottles [Environment]

Modern technology breathes new life into old fashioned approach to recycling

Friday 08/02/2013

Harbour storm damage [Marine and Fisheries]

Extra £1m funding assistance

Tuesday 05/02/2013

Hospital inspection report [Health and Community Care]

Improved cleanliness in hospitals.

Friday 25/01/2013

Burns baptism record on public display [Arts and Culture]

National Records of Scotland commemorates the life of Robert Burns

Monday 07/01/2013

Investment in animal science research [Education and Training]

£10 million for international livestock improvement centre.