Dundee lab agreement as Glasgow licence approved. The University of Dundee has agreed to host Scotland’s first national testing and research laboratory for drug-checking, boosting efforts to cut drug-related harm
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Supporting innovation to tackle inequalities. Scotland’s contribution to tackling global health challenges continues to lead to sustainable, meaningful and lasting impact, First Minister John Swinney said. In Lusaka, the First
Most winter heating payments will be paid to people automatically. Social Security Scotland’s winter heating payments helped over half a million families warm their homes last year. Winter Heating Payment,
Walk-in GP clinics to open A network of walk-in GP clinics will open as part of work to improve access to primary care. The clinics, which would be staffed by
Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers Bill Published A new Bill to regulate some of the most commonly performed non-surgical procedures has been published by the Scottish Parliament. If
First Minister visits Malawi and Zambia on landmark anniversary. First Minister John Swinney will visit Zambia and Malawi to see the impact of the Scottish Government’s international development and climate
Scotland’s carers getting more financial support through Social Security Scotland. Around 118,000 unpaid carers who were receiving Carer’s Allowance have had their benefit awards safely and securely transferred to Social
First Minister commends acts of bravery. Nine emergency service workers and five members of the public have been presented with Brave@Heart awards by First Minister John Swinney. Among those commended
Increased support for local initiatives. Projects aimed at tackling child poverty across the country will receive increased, multi-year funding thanks to a boost from the Scottish Government. Successful applicants to
FM commits to putting more money in Scots’ pockets and urges UK Government to act. First Minister John Swinney has said the Scottish Government is committed to putting “more money
