The new Brexit Opportunities Minister, Jacob Rees-Mogg, says that Brexit is ‘already a success' and ‘the evidence that Brexit has caused trade drops is few and far between’. Not in our universe, says ParcelHero, given that UK to EU exports collapsed by £20bn last year.
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (February, 22nd) sold 9 prime cattle. Prime bullocks (1) averaged 257.0p (+9.0p) and sold to 257.0p per kg and £1,413.50 gross.
Scotland's Chief Statistician today published statistics on the initial destinations and attainment of 2020-21 school leavers from Scotland’s publicly funded mainstream schools. The statistics show the proportion of 2020-21 school leavers attaining National Qualifications at different Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) levels.
Public Health Scotland (PHS) has published an analysis of the latest available data on alcohol sales and harms in Scotland during the COVID-19 pandemic. This provides a picture of how the pandemic and its related restrictions may have impacted on alcohol sales, alcohol-related hospital stays and alcohol-specific deaths.
6,427 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 18 new reported deaths of people who have tested positive.
Today's statement coincides with the publication of the revised strategic framework for tackling COVID. I will set out the key elements of the new framework, and explain what it means for our collective response to COVID, now and in the months ahead.
The Ukraine conflict is adding to pressure on prices in various materials. Oil, aluminium, natural gas, copper and cobalt are leading the price increases world-wide as demand increases with the Ukraine conflict becoming a factor.
A new report outlining future options for the Scottish seaweed industry has been welcomed by Scottish Government ministers. Sustainability of the sector is key to any future development, with harvesting of some kelp species already banned.
Appointments will be sent out to those with parental responsibility. Children aged five to 11 will be offered COVID-19 vaccination appointments in community clinics from 19 March 2022.
A new staged approach to easing protective measures will help Scotland manage and recover from the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In a statement to Parliament, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed the details of the updated Strategic Framework to manage COVID-19 primarily through public health advice, vaccination, and treatment rather than legal restrictions.
Almost half of pupils go on to higher education. A record 95.5% of pupils were in a ‘positive destination' including work, training or further study within three months of leaving school last year.
Improving care for people with complex needs and learning disabilities. A new report has been published with measures to reduce delayed discharge and provide care closer to home for people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Students facing financial hardship due to the cost of living crisis and rising energy costs can apply for more support. This week more than £5 million has been distributed to help Higher Education students in financial hardship with basics like heating and other household costs.
New support package ahead of Strategic Framework Update. A new £80 million Covid Economic Recovery Fund targeting support for businesses and communities will help Scotland as it moves to a new phase in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Soft drinks have been the focus of the UK government's attempts to curb people's sugar intake in recent years, but the same approach has not yet been applied to the sugar content in alcoholic drinks. The government introduced "sugar taxes" on soft drinks in 2018, meaning manufacturers are charged a levy of up to 24p per litre of drink if it contains eight grams of sugar per 100 millilitres.
Transforming Scotland's heating systems. Homes and commercial properties across Scotland will benefit from the establishment of a new £300 million fund supporting the development and roll out of zero emission heat networks.
Spring dose to boost protection. Second booster jabs will be offered to those aged 75 and over and those at highest risk of severe COVID-19 disease following the latest Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) advice.
5,307 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 0 new reported deaths of people who have tested positive (Noting that Register Offices are generally closed at the weekend).
Still a tiny proportion of the whole market, compared to London and GB. The Scottish million pound market offering relative value for money compared to other locations.
More than 700 referrals made every week. People are being asked to keep an eye out for vulnerable adults in their local communities amid concerns the pandemic has left some people more isolated.
