Scottish Government

News Releases:

Friday 03/10/2008

Judicial Appointments Board [Law, Order and Public Safety]

New member appointed.

New data security protocols for NHS boards [Health and Community Care]

Patient privacy to be protected by stringent protocols.

Scotland's sporting success [Sport]

Minister says Scottish sports people can excel on world stage.

Thursday 02/10/2008

Free school meals [Education and Training]

Education Secretary announces national scheme to give free meals to all P1 to P3 pupils.

New direction for palliative care [Health and Community Care]

£3 million annual funding package announced.

Wednesday 01/10/2008

Accounts Commission for Scotland [Government]

Two new members appointed.

Crofters take control of their destiny [Rural Development]

Proposals aimed at developing crofting communities.

Free flu jab [Health and Community Care]

New campaign urges those at risk to get a flu jab.

Funding for storytelling [Arts and Culture]

Expo funding for Scottish International Storytelling Festival.

Making Scotland smoke-free [Health and Community Care]

Minister promises 'no let up' in drive to cut smoking levels.

Manufactured exports estimates - Quarter 2, 2008 [Statistics]

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

Manufactured exports show stability [Business and Industry]

Manufactured exports are maintaining a solid performance, despite turbulent times - Minister.

Review of co-payment guidance [Health and Community Care]

Review of patient access to treatments in the private sector while being treated by the NHS.

Waterwatch Scotland [Public Sector]

Appointment of Interim Convener.