Scottish Government

News Releases:

Monday 04/04/2005

Parents get more say in their children's education [Education and Training]

Seminars in Aberdeen and Inverness give parents the chance to shape new legislation.

Scottish Screen appointments [Arts and Culture]

Three new members appointed to the Board of Scottish Screen.

Sheriff appointments [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Appointment of new Sheriffs and Sheriff principal

Universities showcase life sciences work to US [Education and Training]

Four Scottish universities showcase expertise in life sciences as part of Tartan Week.

Sunday 03/04/2005

Scotland Run in New York [Health and Community Care]

Scotland’s Health Minister Andy Kerr leads off the annual Scotland Run in New York.

Saturday 02/04/2005

Death of Pope John Paul II [Government]

First Minister says courage of the Pope in his last days has been ‘inspirational’.

Scotland to learn from NY experience [Arts and Culture]

Minister says New York City's smoke-free policies can show the way for Scotland.

Friday 01/04/2005

Funding for 'green' buildings [Research]

Project to help companies design energy efficient buildings will receive more than £265,000.

High Court Reform on track [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Two Acts come into force aiming to provide a better deal for victims, witnesses and jurors.

Information for abuse survivors [People and Society]

Survivors of abuse in children’s homes or List D schools can now access information held in government files.

Launch of new NHS complaints procedure [Health and Community Care]

System includes faster local resolution and the chance for patients to go directly to Scottish Public Services Ombudsman.

Proposals to reform local criminal justice services [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Publication of plans to reform the way local councils and other bodies work together to manage offenders and tackle reoffending.

Young entrepreneurs to study in Scotland [Education and Training]

Promotion of Scotland continues as part of Tartan Week in NYC.