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Leudachadh Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Loch Abar - Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Lochaber Extension

Thòisich obair-togail o chionn ghoirid air dà sheòmar-teagaisg ùr a tha mar leudachadh air Bun-Sgoil Ghàidhlig Loch Abar (BSGLA).   'S e companaidh ionadail, Corrigan Contractors Ltd, a tha a' dèanamh na h-obrach.  

Consultation On International Football Broadcasting - Case For Scotland National Team Qualifiers To Be Free-to-air

An evaluation will take place as part of making the case to the UK Government that major Scotland men's and women's national football team qualifier matches should be available for free-to-air broadcast.   The Scottish Government’s view is that national sporting events, such as Scotland's men's and women's football qualifiers for the World Cup and European Championships, should be included in the list of matches protected for free-to-air broadcast to expand the opportunity for audiences to enjoy these games.  

First Instalment Of £300 Million To Reduce Waiting Times In Scottish Hospitals

First Minister Humza Yousaf has announced an initial £30 million of targeted investment for Q1 of the new financial year, as part of a £300 million plan over the next three years, to help reduce inpatient and day-case waiting lists.   Backed by planned additional investment, this targeted approach will help drive down waiting lists by an estimated 100,000 patients over three years.  

UK And United States Announce Partnership On Science Of AI Safety

The UK and US have signed a Memorandum of Understanding which will see them work together to develop tests for the most advanced AI models.   UK and US AI Safety Institutes to work seamlessly with each other, partnering on research, safety evaluations, and guidance for AI safety.  

Great British Nuclear To Buy Two Hitachi Sites For New Nuclear Development

Land is to be acquired by government to underpin nuclear revival.   In a historic day for the UK's energy security, Great British Nuclear (GBN) is buying land for new nuclear development from Hitachi at both Wylfa in Ynys Môn/Anglesey and Oldbury-on-Severn in Gloucestershire.  

New Hate Crime Laws Come Into Force In Scotland

New measures to tackle the harm caused by hatred and prejudice come into force today (1 April 2024).   The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act will provide greater protection for victims and communities.  

Social Security Payments Go Up

All Scottish social security benefits are increasing by 6.7% in April, providing more support for disabled people, unpaid carers and people on low incomes.   Scottish Child Payment, which helps the families of more than 327,000 children, is now worth £26.70 per child per week.  

Philippines Officials Visit UK To Share Learning On Green Infrastructure

The study visit's goal was to promote and connect UK financing and technical expertise with the PH's £128 billion 'Build Better More' Infrastructure Agenda.   Twenty officials from the Government of the Philippines from 11 agencies joined an Infrastructure Financing Study Visit in London from 30 January - 2 February, organised by the British Embassy Manila.  

Long Term Rent Controls Proposed In Scotland - Housing Bill Measure To Help Tenants Stay In Their Homes

Long term rent controls would help keep homes affordable for tenants in future, under new legislation to create a fairer, better regulated rented sector.   The Housing (Scotland) Bill, introduced to Parliament last week, sets out how close working with councils will ensure rent controls are tailored to the local needs of tenants and landlords in different parts of the country.  

Calls For Second Staircases In All New Tall Residential Buildings

Updated guidance will call for second staircases in all new buildings over 18 metres from 30 September 2026.   The Government has updated its guidance calling for second staircases in all new tall residential buildings over 18 metres - further enhancing the UK's world-leading building safety standards.