A survey of 40 renewables supply chain companies by Scottish Renewables has found:

🔵 100% say Scotland is an attractive place to invest
🔵 90% have hired new staff
🔵 100% say they are confident in securing work in renewables

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Get the facts about vaping.

Vapes can quickly become harmfully addictive for children and young people, making them tired, stressed and anxious.

For more information visit nhsinform.scot/vaping

Deputy First Minister @shonarobison visited Stornoway Port Deep Water Terminal as construction completes.

Supported by strong partnerships and Scottish Government investment of £33.7 million, it will create jobs and boost economic growth for the islands.

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The Victims, Witnesses and Justice Reform Bill has passed at Stage 1 Scottish Parliament.

Justice Secretary Angela Constance said the landmark reforms are necessary to improve how victims are treated in the justice system ⬇️

DFM @shonarobison announced work will begin on a new plan for our islands.

Building on the 2019 National Islands Plan, it will place the priorities of islanders at the heart of a refreshed strategy, empowering communities and improving lives.

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More child & vulnerable adult witnesses of crime will get special support to give evidence following £2m of Scottish Government funding.

Justice Secretary Angela Constance also announced £0.5m for Victim Support Scotland to develop remote evidence suites for victims & witnesses.

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Are you considering borrowing money?

Find out about affordable credit and how community lenders can help.

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This Earth Day, we are affirming our unwavering commitment to reach net zero by 2045 🌍

This week we announced a further package of climate measures to support Scotland in ending our contribution to climate change.

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On #EarthDay2024 Scottish Government has confirmed that the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic will be banned in Scotland.

Ministers will introduce regulations by the end of 2024 with the ban due to come into force 18 months later.

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Get the facts about vaping.

Vapes can contain nicotine, and they can quickly become harmfully addictive for children and young people.

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A significant package of new measures announced by Net Zero Secretary Màiri McAllan will help us to become a net zero nation by 2045.

Our goal is to end Scotland's contribution to global emissions as soon as possible and in a way that is just and fair for everyone.

We are looking for your views on our proposals to better protect, respect and champion the rights of neurodivergent people and people with learning disabilities.

Find out more and have your say by 21st April 2024 ➡️ consult.gov.scot/mental-health-…

Scotland is already nearly halfway to our goal of becoming a net zero nation by 2045.

We are now also stepping up action on climate change with a significant suite of new policies.

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“Scotland is the perfect place for innovative technology”

First Minister Humza Yousaf visited @SmartGreenShip for the launch of the FastRig wingsail.

This new technology could help to decarbonise commercial shipping by saving up to 30% fuel per year.

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The minimum price per unit of alcohol will increase to 65 pence on 30 September after Scottish Parliament approved plans to continue the public health measure.

At #STUC24 First Minister Humza Yousaf vowed to “stand shoulder to shoulder” with the trade union movement.

We're committed to making Scotland the best place it can be for working people by:

🔵advancing equality
🔵tackling discrimination
🔵strengthening workers’ rights

Did you know, you have the right to ask for a review of a rent increase notice?

Find out more at gov.scot/rentersrights