News Releases:
Tuesday 06/11/2001
Inspectors find scope for improvement although school computer departments generally effective.
Changes in the law to exempt more people on lower incomes from wages arrestments.
Executive spends £10.7 million to recruit specialists for long-term cancer strategy.
UK Transport Minister agrees in principle to a fast ferry link between Rosyth and Zebrugge.
Launch of on-line Modern Apprenticeship in hospitality for young people in the Highlands.
European vets give go ahead for most of Scotland to resume selling lamb and venison.
A Consultation Paper on the Limited Partnerships Act 1907 has been published.
Figures published show a decrease of 260 full-time staff working in Scottish local authorities.
Executive confirms that promoting better mental health remains key priority for NHS.
Customer survey shows that the public is generally content with planning system.
Monday 05/11/2001
£1.3 million shared out to ensure children with special educational needs keep up with technology.
Parliament has been told of plans to improve the system of civil registration in Scotland.
Scotland's largest coastal protection scheme, costing over £4 million, has been completed.
A new £30 million building underlines Scotland's stature in global finance - First Minister
Inverness is the fourth venue in the round of ministerial visits for the Cities Review.
'The Works' project, aiming to help prepare young people for working life, has been launched.
Executive to act on recommendation to provide information sources on land ownership.
Deputy Justice Minister addresses Modernising Scotland’s Licensing Laws conference in Edinburgh.
Consultation process begins with local authority planners told of need for tougher regulations.
Saturday 03/11/2001
Dynamic Youth project seeks to encourage young people to be more conscious of the environment.