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
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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
Stage 1 Vote Backed by MSPs Legislation to simplify the funding system for learners at college, university and apprentices in Scotland has been given in-principle backing by MSPs. They voted
Working to Eradicate Child Poverty The number of eligible children taking up the offer of a free school meal has increased for the second year running, according to the latest
Ongoing improvements to children and young people’s mental health services. For the third consecutive quarter in a row, there has been continued progress on waiting times for children and young
The SNP government’s decision to scrap Labour’s two child cap will help 580 families in Angus as new figures reveal the number of households impacted by the cap. Across Scotland,
Graeme hails success of Scotland only scheme. Graeme has welcomed new figures that show 24849 Baby Boxes have been delivered across NHS Tayside since the scheme was introduced in 2017. In Scotland, every newborn is
Since 2007, we have been using the powers of the Scottish Parliament to improve everyday life for people right across Scotland. As Westminster continues to treat Scotland as an afterthought,
Children (Care, Care Experience & Services Planning) Bill Legislative proposals to improve the experiences of children and young people in Scotland’s care system have been published in a Bill introduced
Funding for Angus’ Wee Childcare Company Families most at risk of living in poverty are benefitting from expanded childcare offers through projects backed by the Scottish Government’s Access to Childcare
