Friday 07/07/2017
This consultation seeks views on a new code of practice dealing with Equipment Interference and on two revised codes of practice dealing with Covert Human Intelligence Sources and Covert Surveillance & Property Interference.
an analysis of responses to the consultation on Procedure of the FTT Housing and Property Chamber, and the provision of publicly-funded legal asistance.
Thursday 06/07/2017
Making it Easy action plan was published in 2014. It strived to build people’s skills, confidence, knowledge and understanding to help them deal with the complex demands of the health and care system. This report updates on progress against the actions within the plan.
Wednesday 05/07/2017
This document is an analysis report summarising those responses received to our consultation on guidance on healthcare needs in schools.
New procurement(s) to further extend coverage of Next Generation Access (NGA) Broadband as far as possible as part of the Scottish Government’s commitment to deliver superfast broadband access to 100% of premises in Scotland.
Monday 03/07/2017
In July 2014, the Clinical Trial Access QPI was published, and following 3 years of national comparative data, this has now been subject to formal review. In order to ensure success of the National Cancer QPIs in driving quality improvement it is critical that QPIs continue to be clinically relevant and focus on areas which will result in improvements to the quality of patient care.
An update from the Independent Advisor, Naomi Eisenstadt, on the Scottish Governments progress on recommendations made with Shifting the Curve.
Report from Naomi Eisenstadt, Independent Advisor on Poverty and Inequality, informed by a formal review of the evidence commissioned from Scottish Government analysts, and engagement with a wide range of experts; including young people themselves.
This report outlines key issues facing young people today, and offers recommendations for government, employers, and for wider society, to improve the life chances of young people from less advantaged backgrounds.
An evidence review of the life chances of young people in Scotland prepared for the First Minister’s Independent Advisor on Poverty and Inequality.
A paper from the Scottish Government setting out the form and remit of the Commission, and appointments made to date.
Observations of the oppressive societal factors currently obstructing child victims and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse from reporting their abuser, within the European Union.
Friday 30/06/2017
This guidance is designed to maximise positive experiences for children and improve the quality of care and learning by helping to make ELC and OSC services the best they can be in terms of design. The guidance will act as a tool for providers, planners and architects when planning new and/or refurbishing existing early learning and childcare and out of school care services.
A consultation seeking the views on current financial support for students in Scotland.
This leaflet explains the benefits of getting enough Vitamin D for infants from birth to six months and provides advice and support for parents.
This paper contains proposals for a new Climate Change Bill. The proposed Climate Change Bill will amend only those parts of the 2009 Act that relate to emission reduction targets and associated reporting duties. This paper is accompanied by a public consultation on these proposed changes which will run between 30th June and 22nd September 2017.
A consultation on guidance for local authorities on how to fulfil the requirements of Part 8 of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 in relation to common good property.
Thursday 29/06/2017
Scottish Government response to the Independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on a draft referendum bill, held October 2016 - January 2017
Summary analysis of the 2017 revaluation.
Between 12 December 2016 and 20 March 2017, the Scottish Government undertook a public consultation on making amendments to sections 5 and 7 of the Councillors’ Code of Conduct after concerns had been raised that the Code may hinder the statutory function of Regional Transport Partnerships. This report presents the findings of an analysis of the 38 responses received.
Independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on a draft referendum bill, held October 2016 - January 2017