⚠️ An EXTREME wildfire warning has been issued for North-West Scotland on Friday, 3 May.⚠️
Visitors and those living within this area should be extra cautious and think twice before using anything involving a naked flame outdoors.
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Olivia got Lyme disease after a tick bite last summer, but made a full recovery after seeking treatment early.
Now she is urging others to be aware of the early signs of Lyme disease and take precautions when spending time outdoors.
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Get ready for Scotland’s LEZs.
Avoid penalties by ensuring your vehicle meets emission standards. Exemptions may apply.
Check your vehicle is compliant ➡️
Immunisation is a global health and development success story, saving millions of lives every year.
If you think you or your child have missed any vaccinations, contact your local NHS immunisation team.
You can find their details at
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First Minister
@HumzaYousaf
has announced that he will stand down as First Minister.
He will remain in office until a successor is in place.
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Following the passing of the Children (Care and Justice) Bill, Minister
@NatalieDon_
explains some of its key measures and how it is going to support victims and keep children out of prison. 🔽
Deputy First Minister
@shonarobison
visited
@UHI_NWH
Stornoway to see the progress of the Outer Hebrides Campus Redevelopment Project.
It received £250,000 of capital funding through the Islands Programme and will receive up to £1.5 million from the Islands Growth Deal.
First Minister
@HumzaYousaf
has announced £80 million to boost affordable housing supply.
The funds will allow properties to be brought into use as affordable housing, helping tackle homelessness and reduce time spent in temporary accommodation.
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An independent Scotland would:
🔵play a positive role in justice issues across borders
🔵apply to re-join the EU, giving our police tools to pursue criminals across borders, ensuring victims get justice and criminal networks are combatted
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Our
#ANewScotland
paper sets out how an independent Scotland could continue to ensure a justice system that:
🔵 supports a safe and resilient Scotland
🔵 focusses on prevention and early intervention
🔵 places victims and witnesses at its centre
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The Scottish Government's co-operation agreement with the Scottish Green Party has ended.
The First Minister informed Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater formally of the end of the Bute House Agreement, and their tenure as Ministers, with immediate effect.
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A survey of 40 renewables supply chain companies by
@ScotRenew
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.
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Deputy First Minister
@shonarobison
visited
@StornowayPort
Deep Water Terminal as construction completes.
Supported by strong partnerships and
@scotgov
investment of £33.7 million, it will create jobs and boost economic growth for the islands.
The Victims, Witnesses and Justice Reform Bill has passed at Stage 1
@ScotParl
.
Justice Secretary
@AConstance23
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.
More child & vulnerable adult witnesses of crime will get special support to give evidence following £2m of
@scotgov
funding.
Justice Secretary
@AConstance23
also announced £0.5m for
@VSScotland
to develop remote evidence suites for victims & witnesses.
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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