Scottish Government

News Releases:

Monday 05/09/2005

Scalding risk reduced [Planning]

Scotland will be first part of UK to bring in regulations on water temperature in buildings.

Friday 02/09/2005

Environmental awards for students [Environment]

Student placement programme helps businesses spot ways to save money by reducing waste.

National Galleries of Scotland [Arts and Culture]

New Director General named.

Scottish Prison Complaints Commission annual report [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Number of prisoner complaints has fallen from 441 to 388 according to the Commissioner's report.

Securing a long term future for fishing fleets [Marine and Fisheries]

Expert advisory group named to take forward Sea Fishing Strategy.

Thursday 01/09/2005

Appointments to the new education funding council [Education and Training]

Chair and members of the new single funding body for Scotland’s colleges and universities.

Executive rejects proposal to reintroduce beavers [Environment]

Ministers opt for new strategic approach to manage conservation of wildlife species.

Funding for Scottish sports facilities [Sport]

Revamp for Scotland's National Equestrian Centre and other sports facilities from £3 million lottery cash.

SMART:SCOTLAND Awards [Business and Industry]

Development of 3D imaging system for underwater inspection is one of 18 R&D projects to share £900,000.

Wednesday 31/08/2005

Sustainable development progress report [Environment]

Report indicates positive progress made in recycling, water quality and tackling crime.