Scottish Government

News Releases:

Sunday 19/05/2013

Scotland's economic strengths [Economy]

First Minister and Deputy First Minister to set out the economic case for Scotland as an independent nation.

Strengthening links with Qatar [International]

Scotland's External Affairs Minister visits Middle East.

Friday 17/05/2013

Appointment of a new sheriff [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Floating sheriff for Tayside, Dundee and Central

Bowling an organ donor drive [Health and Community Care]

Cricket team urges South Asian communities to join NHS Register.

Fresh help for house buyers [Housing]

Investment of £120 million for shared equity scheme.

NHS Chair appointment [Health and Community Care]

Chair appointed to NHS National Services Scotland.

Saving lives in South Asia [International]

£3.8 million for Scots projects tackling extreme poverty in Bangladesh, Pakistan and India.

Thursday 16/05/2013

College merger a success [Education and Training]

Clear educational benefits from creating Scotland’s largest college.

Commonwealth Games trading regulations [Business and Industry]

Regulations to ensure safety and integrity of the Games.

Wednesday 15/05/2013

Europe's first electricity grid research centre [First Minister]

First Minister opens multi-million pound Power networks Demonstration centre.

Food for thought [Business and Industry]

£1 million to provide more food education for Scottish pupils.

Help for new entrants [Agriculture]

Cash support offered to new entrants in agricultural sector.

Input-Output Tables for Scotland 1998-2009 [Statistics]

Scotland’s Chief Statistician today released the Input-Output Tables for Scotland 1998-2009.

New CFP takes big step forward‬ [Marine and Fisheries]

Brussels deal delivers workable measures in key areas

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

Homes Again project helps restore properties for affordable rent.

NHS IVF services to be fairer and faster [Health and Community Care]

Expert Group recommendations for equity across Scotland accepted.

Record employment rise for Scotland [First Minister]

First Minister warns of Scotland’s recovery being blown off course by UK Government’s austerity and obsession with Europe.

Revised nitrates regulations take effect [Agriculture]

Scottish farmers urged to comply with the new programme.

Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries [Marine and Fisheries]

Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill Passes through Scottish Parliament

Tuesday 14/05/2013

Economic boost for Skye [Regeneration]

New jobs and business space