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Government News Archive - the week's news

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Saturday 16/08/2008

New chapter for the Book Festival

Expo funding for Edinburgh International Book Festival.

Scotland's medal rush

First Minister congratulates Scottish gold and silver medal winners.

Signal crayfish targeted

How to deal with the alien species.

Friday 15/08/2008

Scottish Law Commission

Commissioner appointed.

Scottish liquor licensing statistics

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Vale of Leven Hospital

Report concludes hospital should continue to provide unscheduled care for patients, but anaesthetic services are unsustainable.

Thursday 14/08/2008

Citrus Longhorn Beetle

Gardeners to watch out for new pest.

Expo funding for Fringe showcase

£200,000 for a new initiative showcasing Scottish-based performing arts.

Scottish National War Memorial

Reappointment to Board of Trustees.

Tougher road death laws

Justice Secretary welcomes tougher laws and calls on UK Government to lower drink driving limits.

Wednesday 13/08/2008

Farm borrowing statistics

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Fresh start for fish farming

Strategic Framework for Scottish Aquaculture outlines five key areas for development of the industry.

Funding to encourage green travel

Seven towns and cities to share £15 million to develop innovative transport initiatives.

Funding to retain international talent

Investment of £232,761 to help international students live and work in Scotland.

Heart tests for young athletes
Video

Scotland's first cardiac screening programme for amateur sportsmen and women.

Increase in agricultural minimum wage

Increase of 24p per hour for workers with more than 26 weeks continuous employment from October 2008.

Shaping the Saltire Prize

Energy experts help shape the £10 million Saltire Prize.

Views on rural development programme

Rural interest groups to provide feedback.

Tuesday 12/08/2008

Dundee's cultural attractions

Culture Minister visits a number of cultural and tourist attractions in the city.

Medal success in Beijing

Deputy First Minister congratulates the first Scottish medal winner at the Beijing Olympics.

Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care

Re-appointment of a non-executive member.

Monday 11/08/2008

Growing the economy

First Minister says Scotland must seize the opportunities offered by world-class, natural resources.

Supporting international students

Young Scot pilot will provide support to young overseas students studying at Abertay University.

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