“. Given that demand for housing in our islands far outstrips supply, the need to find a solution could scarcely be more urgent.” Liam McArthur MSP
Delay in Installing Meters Continues to Affect Housebuilding
National Plan to End the Need for Foodbanks
“As part of the right to an adequate standard of living, people need to be able to access food that meets their dietary, social and cultural needs and this plan shows the way forward.”
More Places for Trainee GP Doctors
“The innovative proposals from Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow universities will see 85 new places to specifically promote general practice”
Highjacking Health Care Concerns for Political Gain
It always concerns me when a single issue is seized upon by political parties (of whatever hue) to push their own agenda.
Funding Increase for NHS Orkney
NHS Health Boards across Scotland will receive: “£354.5 million (3.7%) of direct additional funding in 2018-19, “
Supporting Premature Babies
Parents of premature babies in NHS Scotland’s care will now be able to get extra support with the financial cost.
Scottish Care Workers to Receive Living Wage for Sleepovers
“The change will take place during 2018/19. This will provide time for it to be implemented in a way which will ensure continuity of care to individuals
Guarantees Sought for Frank’s Law
The Health Secretary in the Scottish Government Shona Robison is seeking urgent assurances there will be no cuts to disability benefits
