News Releases:
Friday 29/07/2005
New survey shows alcohol perceived as a problem and attitudes are beginning to change.
Minister visits two farms with reputation for excellence.
Borders restaurants receive prestigious Scottish Healthy Choices Awards.
Group to scrutinise performance against new local delivery plans, and if necessary, intervene to ensure that targets are met.
A typical Scot is called Lewis or Emma and has a life expectancy of between 74 and 79, according to report.
Thursday 28/07/2005
Power station will generate enough clean energy to meet the needs of 37,000 homes.
£5 million for repairs and improvements to infrastructure following winter storms.
Thirty three businesses across Scotland are to benefit from Regional Selective Assistance (RSA) offers worth over £20 million.
Statistics show liquid based cytology test means quicker reporting times and less repeat smears for women.
Ground-breaking CD-Rom provides information and support to young victims and witnesses.
A Scottish Executive National Statistics Publication.
Launch of consultation on proposals to set targets for public procurement building contracts to include recycled materials.
Environment Minister visits two companies working on energy saving options for homes and businesses worldwide.
Around 1.3 billion Chinese citizens now able to travel to Scotland after UK granted Approved Destination Status.
Wednesday 27/07/2005
A National Statistics Publication.
Continued yearly growth encouraging but static figures for first quarter disappointing - Minister.
NHS staff praised over efforts to prevent Hospital Acquired Infections.
Tuesday 26/07/2005
Appointment of 21 new part-time sheriffs to serve the Scottish Courts announced.
Major Scottish retailers make commitment to reduce packaging waste by 2010.
Monday 25/07/2005
Views are being sought on a strategy for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in Scotland.