The Scottish Government

Tuesday 08/07/2008

Better food on the menu in hospitals

Nutrition champions appointed to help ensure the dietary needs of all patients are met.

Future of the NHS in Scotland

Health Secretary tells medical conference NHS must stay 'true to founding principles'.

Monday 07/07/2008

Commonwealth Law Ministers

Edinburgh is host to triennial meeting of more than 50 Law Ministers.

Greater protection for rare birds

Two new Special Protection Areas designated to protect the hen harrier.

Renewable energy potential

Joint Scottish - Irish feasibilty study into offshore renewables and grid potential.

See the person, not the age

Information campaign encourages people to see beyond age-related stereotypes.

Sunday 06/07/2008

Piper Alpha commemoration

First Minister lays wreath on 20th anniversary of North Sea disaster.

Friday 04/07/2008

Fire and Rescue Advisory Unit

New Head appointed.

Fuel help for fishing

Three year action plan to help the Scottish fleet adjust to high fuel prices.

Review of concessionary bus fares

Proposals include extending the scheme to include injured forces veterans.

Thursday 03/07/2008

Funding for rent desposit schemes

Help for homeless people to access and sustain private tenancies.

Joint statement on NHS principles

Four UK Health Ministers reaffirm commitment to core values of the health service.