Scottish Government

Wednesday 18/10/2006

Rail closures guidance [Transport]

Guidance for Scottish Minsters, as the rail funding authorities in Scotland, and train operators concerning the handling of rail closures. This guidance has been issued as a statutory requirement. Published 18 October 2006.

Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning 2006 [Planning]

SAQP 2006 submitted applications.

Tuesday 17/10/2006

Careers Scotland Demerger Consultation Responses [Education and Training]

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Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2006: General Report [Statistics]

Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2006: General Report

Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2006: Technical Report [Statistics]

Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2006: Technical Report

Using the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2006: Guidance Leaflet [Statistics]

Outlines the appropriate use of the SIMD 2006

Monday 16/10/2006

Evaluation of the Scottish Executive Consultation on Best Value in Public Services [Research]

This report documents the evaluation of a Scottish Executive consultation on Best Value in Public Services that was undertaken by the Public Service Reform Group during 2005/06.

Evaluation of the Scottish Executive Consultation on Best Value in Public Services - Research Findings [Research]

This report documents the evaluation of a Scottish Executive consultation on Best Value in Public Services that was undertaken by the Public Service Reform Group during 2005/06.

Scotland's Strategy for Stronger Engagement with the USA [Government]

This document sets out Scottish Minsters' strategy to strengthen relations with the USA

Friday 13/10/2006

Caring For Your Animals: The Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006 [Agriculture]

Caring For Your Animals: The Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006. A guidance booklet for pet owners.

Schools Health and Nutrition: Young People Consultation Feedback [Education and Training]

A report on a consultation excercise with young people (12+) on school food. This consultation was undertaken as part of the wider consultation on the proposed Schools (Nutrition and Health Promotion) (Scotland) Bill

Thursday 12/10/2006

Consultation on Procedures to be Exempted under Section 20(5) of the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006: The Prohibited Procedures (Exemptions) (Scotland) Regulations 2007 [Agriculture]

Consultation on Procedures to be Exempted under Section 20(5) of the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006: The Prohibited Procedures (Exemptions) (Scotland) Regulations 2007

Grampian Police Primary Inspection 2006 [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Grampian Police Primary Inspection 2006

James Smart Lecture 2006 [Law, Order and Public Safety]

The Text of the Right Honorable Lord Robertson's speech, delivered at the James Smart Lecture this year (2006) in London. The topic was 'Keeping Law and Order Internationally'.

Scottish Household Survey Analytical Topic Report: Characteristics and Experiences of Unpaid Carers in Scotland [Research]

The report examines the demographic characteristics of carers and provides an indication of unpaid carers who may be in particular need of support.

Scottish Household Survey Analytical Topic Report: Characteristics and Experiences of Unpaid Carers in Scotland - Research Findings [Research]

The report examines the demographic characteristics of carers and provides an indication of unpaid carers who may be in particular need of support.

Wednesday 11/10/2006

Consultation Draft: Guide For Professional Or Other Bodies On Making An Application To Enable Their Members To Acquire Rights To Conduct Litigation And Rights Of Audience [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Views are sought on the terms of a guidance document for professional or other bodies to apply for rights of audience and rights to conduct litigation in the Supreme Courts. Sections 25-29 of the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions)(Scotland) Act 1990 which provides for these rights, will be commenced in Spring 2007, and the guidance document is to assist applicants with the process.

Scotland's first coastal and marine national park: A consultation [Environment]

Consultation paper on proposals to establish Scotland's first Coastal and Marine National Park

Tuesday 10/10/2006

Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Opportunities for Scotland: The Hydrogen Energy Group Report [Business and Industry]

The Forum for Renewable Energy Development in Scotland (FREDS) Hydrogen Energy Group (HEG) report. This report details HEG's recommended actions to develop hydrogen and fuel cell capabilities in Scotland.

Justice Department Circular 13/2006 Commencement of Police, Public Order and Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2006 [Law, Order and Public Safety]

Circular giving details of commencement plans for Police etc Act 2006, detailing especially provisions commenced on 1/9/06.