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Scottish Government commits £125 million to combat UK austerity

Scottish Ministers are on course to invest over £125 million in 2018-19 to mitigate against the worst impact of UK Government welfare reforms and to protect those on low incomes. Continue reading Scottish Government commits £125 million to combat UK austerity

Scottish Cabinet papers released

Files from 2003 now open to the public

Files opened for the first time at National Records Scotland (NRS) show details of Scottish Cabinet discussions in 2003.

The records cover the Scottish Parliament elections which saw Jack McConnell return as First Minister. Included in these files are discussions by the Labour/Liberal Democrat Cabinet about striking firefighters, regeneration of the Clyde waterfront and the potential domestic impact of the Iraq War.

The papers are made available to the public as part of the Scottish Government’s proactive commitment to releasing archived records after 15 years.

Welcoming the latest releases, Paul Lowe, Chief Executive of NRS and Keeper of the Records of Scotland, said: “These records are important for our understanding of our recent history as well as the fabric of our society.

“Preserving our records and making them available to the wider public is one of the most important aspects of our work here at the National Records of Scotland.

“It’s fascinating to see the range of important issues covered in 2003 ranging from discussions on civil partnerships to child protection and cultural policy in Scotland.”

Minister for Parliamentary Business and Veterans Graeme Dey said: “The vast resource of information that’s been made available for members of the public to view at the NRS, as well as the wealth of documents which have been published on our website, shows the Scottish Government’s commitment to openness and transparency.

“I am sure that these newly opened files will make for fascinating reading.”

Information on the files is available on the NRS website.

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“Optimism and Hope”: Prime Minister’s New Year Message

In a video message to the country on New Year’s Day, Prime Minister Theresa May said: “New Year is a time to look ahead and in 2019 the UK will start a new chapter. The Brexit deal I have negotiated delivers on the vote of the British people and in the next few weeks MPs will have an important decision to make. If Parliament backs a deal, Britain can turn a corner. Continue reading “Optimism and Hope”: Prime Minister’s New Year Message

2019 New Year Message from Secretary of State for Scotland

In his New Year Message, Scottish Secretary David Mundell has set out that 2019 needs to be a year of compromise to get Brexit sorted. Speaking just ahead of the turn of the year, Mr Mundell said: Continue reading 2019 New Year Message from Secretary of State for Scotland

Edinburgh firms hit for an additional £7,653,000 a year by SNP’s “high-tax agenda”

Businesses in Edinburgh have been hit by an additional £7,653,000 thanks to the doubling of the large business rate supplement by the SNP, according to the Scottish Conswevatives. Continue reading Edinburgh firms hit for an additional £7,653,000 a year by SNP’s “high-tax agenda”

Community organisations to fight funding cuts

The North Edinburgh community pledged to fight Health and Social Care funding cuts at a packed meeting at Muirhouse Millennium Centre last night. Continue reading Community organisations to fight funding cuts