2005
Saturday 31/12/2005
Chief Medical Officer says don't let drink ruin a good night out.
Friday 30/12/2005
40 per cent increase in teachers coming to work in Scotland.
Thursday 29/12/2005
378 rural telephone exchange areas now have access to broadband services.
'Young Scots can be an inspiration to us all with their enhusiasm, commitment and ambition'.
Research shows primary pupils are switching to healthy snacks.
Members appointed.
Wednesday 28/12/2005
Local authorities in Scotland are on track to beat savings target set by the Executive.
Over £7 million funding allocated to projects in Highlands and Islands and South of Scotland.
Over £2.8 million to support over 30 community transport initiatives.
£2.2 million to be targeted at services in disadvantaged communities.
Farmers and crofters to receive new payment rates for protecting and enhancing the environment.
Friday 23/12/2005
'Year of achievement when compassion and generosity of Scots has made me proud'.
Registrar General publishes list of top 100 baby names for 2005.
Timetable set that could see end of ban on Scottish beef exports by April.
Thursday 22/12/2005
Main fees to be frozen and fees for care homes to be reduced by ten per cent.
People studying in Scotland will be paid their loans and bursaries on a monthly basis.
Minister says new deal minimises proposed cut in days at sea for Scots fishermen.
Births at highest level since 1999.
New TV and radio adverts to raise awareness of the impact of domestic abuse will be broadcast from Boxing Day.
New independent body to deal with complaints against lawyers.
Auditor General finds no fault in financial handling but criticises tendering process.
Wednesday 21/12/2005
Avian Flu risk remains low in UK which means gatherings now permitted to go ahead.
A contact centre specialising in health and lifestyle advice to create 200 new jobs over next three years.
International Development Fund is being extended to assist the area affected by the Asian earthquake.
Minister delivers parliamentary statement on the abolition of Priority Need.