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Safe Access Zones now in place around Scotland’s abortion facilities
Protected zones of 200 meters around all abortion services in Scotland are now in place. Within these zones, it is now a criminal offence to intentionally or recklessly behave in ways that could...
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Scots know if their loved ones prefer ketchup over brown sauce – but not...
New Scottish Government campaign encourages people to make their own organ and tissue donation decision and ‘Have the Chat’ with those close to them Organ and Tissue Donation Week runs from 23rd-29th...
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Hot Air? Devolved Ministers attend New York Climate Week
Climate Week NYC’s message this year is “It’s Time”: celebrating those driving climate action, challenging everyone to do more and exploring ways to increase ambition – and it’s time for our...
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Scottish Government seeks views on building safety levy proposals
Legislation to raise funds for fixing cladding issues Proposals for a tax on developers, aiming to raise funds to fix building safety issues in Scotland, have been published for public consultation....
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Preparing health and social care for winter
Record high NHS 24 workforce to meet increased demand A record number of NHS 24 call handlers will support the public to access the most appropriate care this winter as services deal with increased...
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Scottish NHS pay rise agreed
Agenda for Change pay offer accepted by trade unions Almost 170,000 nurses and healthcare workers in Scotland will receive a 5.5% salary increase this year, ensuring they have the best reward package...
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Chancellor urged to deliver Budget of ‘investment and opportunity’
The UK Autumn Budget should focus on “investment and opportunity”, with more funding for public services, infrastructure and measures to eradicate child poverty, says Scotland’s Finance Secretary...
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Building Scotland’s climate resilience
Plan to help communities understand how climate change impacts their lives Communities and businesses across Scotland will be given support and tools to help tackle the unavoidable impacts of climate...
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Ian Murray comments on Scotland’s latest GDP figures
Scotland’s onshore GDP grew by 0.3% in July 2024 according to statistics announced by the Chief Statistician yesterday. This follows no growth in June 2024 (revised up from -0.3%). In the three months...
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Making Scotland a global green finance hub
Taskforce identifies four areas for action Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes will collaborate with financial institutions to ensure Scotland becomes a global centre for green and sustainable finance...
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Scottish Government investing £100 million in mid-market rent housing
Supporting the delivery of 2,800 homes The construction of 2,800 mid-market rent homes will be supported by £100 million of investment from the Scottish Government. As announced as part of the 2024-25...
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Improving the lives of Scotland’s Gypsy/Travellers
Plan to tackle discrimination and social exclusion Improved access to housing, education and health services and tackling discrimination are at the heart of a new Gypsy/Traveller Action Plan agreed...
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Councils Withdraw Support for National Care Service Proposals
Council Leaders have withdrawn support for the Scottish Government’s revised National Care Service Bill. The Bill is currently being considered by the Scottish Parliament. Though continuing to back...
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Alcohol: 15p rise in Minimum Unit Price
The minimum price per unit of alcohol will increase by 15 pence from today. MSPs previously voted to continue the public health measure which had been scheduled to end automatically on 30 April as...
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18,000 flu-related deaths in past two winters as jab uptake falls
UKHSA with DHSC and NHS to launch Get Winter Strong campaign to remind those at risk to get their vaccinations to fight off the onslaught of winter viruses Latest UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)...
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Increasing funding for affordable housing
New bonds issued to support delivery of homes A £22 million investment has been made into a scheme to increase investment in affordable homes and deliver more housing. As part of Scotland’s Charitable...
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Transfer of benefits reaches major milestone
Over 200,000 disabled people newly benefitting from Scottish social security system Over 200,000 disabled adults have now had their benefit award transferred to Social Security Scotland from the...
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Medical equipment for Ukraine
£800,000 donation of surplus supplies Medical equipment and supplies will be sent from Scotland to Ukraine. The shipment of over 500 items includes oxygen concentrators, electric height-adjustable...
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Improving palliative care
Consultation on reaching best possible standards Views are being sought on a new strategy Palliative Care Matters for All. Palliative care is holistic care that prevents and relieves suffering through...
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UK Government confirms funding to launch first carbon capture sites
Scotland’s First Minister calls for fastest possible deployment of Scottish carbon capture scheme New era for the clean energy industry with carbon capture clusters launched – in the week that Britain...
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