Scottish Government

News Releases:

Wednesday 03/11/2004

Scottish Enterprise re-appointment [Business and Industry]

Frank Blin has been re-appointed to the Board of Scottish Enterprise.

Tuesday 02/11/2004

Broadband take-up continues to grow [Business and Industry]

Aviemore conference hears how Executive is pushing potential of broadband.

Decisions on farming support [Agriculture]

Rural Development Minister outlines key decisions on the future of farming support.

Global PPP Summit in Prague [Government]

Minister tells international summit of Scotland's record of public service delivery.

School pupils urged to 'aim higher' [Education and Training]

Roadshow hopes to encourage pupils to consider benefits of post-school education.

Monday 01/11/2004

Cattle compensation proposals [Agriculture]

Proposed changes to compensation levels to help simplify and rationalise payments.

Euro funding for West of Scotland [Government]

Almost £8 million will be used to create jobs and support businesses.

Glasgow airport rail link [Transport]

Proposals for a 15-minute direct link from city centre to the airport published for consultation.

New Building Standards Agency [Planning]

Changed procedures aim to cut red tape by reducing number of building warrants required.

Reception for Carnegie Corporation of New York [Government]

Discussions on arrangements for bi-annual Carnegie Philanthropy Medal ceremony.

Reforms aim to improve Scotland's schools [Education and Training]

Twelve steps identified on path towards excellence and ambition in all schools.

SMART Scotland funding [Business and Industry]

More than £1 million to help small firms with product development.

Friday 29/10/2004

Thistle Awards 2004 [Tourism]

First Minister pays tribute to Scottish tourism industry and award winners.