Scottish Government

News Releases:

Wednesday 05/06/2002

Fast track for wildlife crime laws [Environment]

Minister pledges Scotland will not be "easy touch" for wild bird egg stealers.

Transport pension surplus released [Business and Industry]

Final order to wind up Scottish Transport Group triggers pension payments.

Tuesday 04/06/2002

New rail station for Edinburgh commuters [Transport]

Newcraighall Station link opens as part of city's £11 million CrossRail project.

Monday 03/06/2002

£3.2 million for dental premises and training [Health and Community Care]

Financial aid to help dentists meet requirements of Disability Discrimination Act.

Advice to farmers on late IACS applications [Agriculture]

Farmers can receive reduced payments under IACS scheme if they lodge forms on/before Friday 9 June.