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Democracy Matters: Community Councils update
Still time to sign up for our Community Councils webinar at 6pm on Wed 29 January, when we will get an update on the Democracy Matters consultation from the Scottish Government....
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Scottish Graduate Visa proposed
First Minister outlines plans to help grow Scotland’s economy A dedicated visa for international graduates from Scottish universities or colleges who want to stay in Scotland after their studies has...
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Delivering a world-class skills system?
Reform of national education bodies The funding system which covers universities, colleges and apprenticeships, as well as student support, will change in Scotland. Under plans published today,...
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Budget will increase provision of wrap-around help for families
Funding for local authorities to test and improve how they deliver wrap-around support for parents and families will be doubled to more than £6 million by the 2025-26 budget, helping expand work...
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Severe weather expected across Scotland today
Storm Éowyn – Met Office red weather warnings The First Minister has urged people to follow Police Scotland advice not to travel today (Friday 24 January). The Scottish Government’s Resilience Room...
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Social Care reform scaled back
NATONAL CARE SERVICE PLANS ‘REVISED‘ A dedicated advisory board, support for unpaid carers and enshrining care home residents’ rights to see loved ones are at the heart of revised plans for the...
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Storm Éowyn has passed through but disruption continues
MORE THAN 100,000 SCOTTISH HOMES ARE WITHOUT POWER Icy stretches are possible first thing on SaturdayStill windy across Scotland as Storm Éowyn clears, followed by wintry showers and possible thunderA...
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Recovering from Storm Éowyn
First Minister thanks people for patience as recovery operation continues A further meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR) was chaired by First Minister John Swinney last night...
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Light the Darkness on Holocaust Memorial Day
At 8pm tonight – 27 January – join us to Light the Darkness for #HMD2025. On Monday, people will light candles and place them safely in their windows to remember those who were murdered for who they...
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UK Government to ‘clean up communities’ with deposit return scheme for...
The Westminster Government has today (Monday 27 January) pledged to end the throwaway society and clean up Britain, as it implements legislation for the deposit return scheme for drinks containers in...
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Fraser of Allander: What next for social care in Scotland?
HOW STRONG IS THE SCOTTISH LABOUR MARKET? LAST WEEK the Scottish government confirmed that plans for a National Care Service (NCS) in Scotland have been scrapped in favour of an advisory board and...
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First Minister sets out major increase in NHS capacity
‘Protecting, strengthening and renewing the NHS’ People across Scotland will have better access to NHS treatment through increased capacity, expanded primary care services, enhanced use of digital...
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Scottish Government: New approaches to eradicating child poverty
Wrap-around support delivering improved outcomes for families Lessons learned from innovative work with families in Inverclyde are helping deliver new approaches to eradicating child poverty. Social...
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Brexit cost: higher energy bills and lower investment
Scottish Government calls for closer energy links with Europe The Scottish Government is calling for closer co-operation with Europe to help lower energy bills and boost investment. Ahead of upcoming...
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Improving lives for people with learning disabilities
Fund to support third sector organisations People with learning disabilities will be supported to reach their full potential through a £1.6 million fund. The Learning Disability Support Fund will be...
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Creative Scotland announces Multi-Year Funding Outcomes for arts and culture...
A record number of cultural organisations to receive stable, year-on-year funding to deliver culture and creativity for Scotland’s people All organisations currently funded by Creative Scotland to...
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Investing in community energy
£9 million for community energy generation and energy efficiency improvements Communities across the country will benefit from £9 million Scottish Government funding for measures to help cut energy...
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Action to reduce prison population
Legislation to come into force A new law to bring about an immediate and sustained reduction in the prison population will take effect from 11 February. The Prisoners (Early Release) (Scotland) Act –...
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Impact of Brexit on Scottish Trade
New figures show possible cost of increased trade barriers Analysis published yesterday by the Office of the Chief Economic Advisor has estimated Brexit trade barriers could impact Scotland’s economy...
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Audit Scotland: ‘Minimal progress’ on reducing car use
A lack of leadership has meant the Scottish Government has made minimal progress towards its challenging climate change goal of reducing car use, according to a new report by spending watchdog Audit...
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