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More people are now eligible for free energy improvements from Home Energy Scotland, funded by the Scottish government. To find out more visit: https://t.co/bNJyy1iYD0
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We are here for you. SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault. Find out more: https://t.co/6GtQnqM2Kh
#TurnToSARCS
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"We needed a step change from the UK Government with investment in public services" - @shonarobison reacts to the UK Budget. Read the full story here: https://t.co/ztUCeCuZSd
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Ahead of tomorrow’s UK Budget, Finance Secretary @shonarobison has called for investment in vital public services and infrastructure. She also said it is important that there is support for households who are struggling with the cost of living.
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Speaking at the @InvAssoc conference Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes launched a new online portal showcasing Scotland's investment opportunities. #IAScotlandConf Read more 👉 https://t.co/WNWlmxyUcB
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New figures show long waits have fallen for the fifth month in a row. Between April 2025 and October 2025: 🔵 new outpatient waits of over a year reduced by 17.9% 🔵 inpatient/daycase waits over a year reduced by 26.1% ℹ️ https://t.co/7GzAIAFL7d
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Scotland should be a place where people of all faiths can live in peace and follow their traditions. Demonstrating the unity and strength of Scotland’s diverse communities, First Minister @JohnSwinney took part in a candle lighting ceremony with Jewish and Muslim leaders.
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🗣️Housing Secretary @MairiMcAllan will travel to London and call on the Chancellor to 'reinvigorate' housebuilding by: ▶️Reversing cuts to Scotland's capital budget ▶️Unfreezing Local Housing Allowance rates ▶️Writing off council Housing Revenue Account debt
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We are committed to a Scotland free from violence against women and girls. As the global 16 Days of Activism campaign starts today, we are calling for everyone to work together to tackle gender-based violence.
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Health Secretary @neilcgray announced almost £1 million to help reduce pressure on A&Es and improve winter patient flow, increasing clinical hub staffing where GPs triage patients and preventing up to 12,000 unnecessary ambulance journeys over winter - https://t.co/61rqupOCaX
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Antibiotics should never be saved for later or shared with others. Hand in your old or unused antibiotics at any local pharmacy.
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We are making it easier for people to access public services anywhere through a new mobile and web application. The digital platform, which will launch in 2026, will offer people in Scotland flexible and accessible services online. Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/RqFePGyCWp
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We’re supporting Scotland’s teachers. Plans to reduce classroom contact time would give teachers more time to: -prepare for lessons -support wider school improvement activities -respond to diverse pupil needs Learn more: https://t.co/88Q5FnoNyI
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First Minister @JohnSwinney met members of the Children’s Parliament and Scottish Youth Parliament in Edinburgh today. The annual meeting is an opportunity for children and young people to talk directly to @ScotGov about the issues that are important to them.
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❄️ We’ve issued an amber warning for snow, with further warnings for snow and ice across parts of the UK. Stay safe in this cold weather with our #WeatherReady tips 👇
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Antibiotic resistance is everyone’s business: act now, protect our present, secure our future.
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The Scottish fishing sector accounts for more than half of the UK industry. We are committed to supporting a thriving fishing industry. Rural Affairs Secretary @MairiGougeon is calling on the UK Government to reconsider allocations from the Fishing and Coastal Growth Fund.
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Congratulations to the @ScotlandNT Men’s football team who have qualified for the @FIFAWorldCup. This is the first time the team have qualified for the tournament since 1998.
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From today, our Young Carer Grant has been extended to 19 year olds! Young carers aged 16 to 19 may be eligible for over £390 and can apply on an annual basis. Hear from Millie, who got the grant when she was 16, 17 and 18 ⬇️
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