565 new gigabit-speed broadband connections in Angus last year The Scottish Government has surpassed its commitment to deliver gigabit-capable broadband connections to 20,000 homes and businesses in 2024-25, by delivering 27,134
Victim Surcharge Fund opens for new applications. Organisations that support victims of crime can apply for a share of more than £700,000 from a fund financed by penalties imposed on
2,000 total hospital from home beds by the end of 2026. Graeme has welcomed new Scottish Government funding for Hospital at Home – with the scheme expected to be expanded
Balmossie Fire Station Perhaps it’s the old-school journalist in me, but I’ve never been comfortable coming to a view without first questioning the facts carefully and without bias. That’s the
Consultation on community ownership powers. Views are being sought on how to improve legal rights intended to help community groups take ownership of local land and assets. Discussions with those
This article was first published by First Minister John Swinney in the Scotsman on the 4th of July 2025. When Keir Starmer stood up shortly after taking office and told
Scotland’s first dedicated complex needs college will receive up to £1.4 million to secure its future for the next two years. Since launching in 2022, the Corseford College pilot has received
Local MSP welcomes investment to tackle housing emergency Graeme Dey MSP has welcomed the announcement that Angus Council will benefit from additional Empty Homes Officers, supported by £2 million in
Support for local authorities. Additional empty homes officers are being recruited to bring more privately owned houses back into use. The new posts are being supported as part of a
Start-ups secure CivTech 10 contracts to drive innovation. Thirteen companies will start preparing their products and solutions to public sector challenges for market following the conclusion of this year’s Scottish
