16.05.2012
A Bill proposed by the Scottish Government to seek, as far as is possible, to limit the likely widespread impact of UK Welfare Reform Act on the poor and vulnerable in Scotland was recommended for approval in principle today.
14.05.2012
Scotland’s third largest wind farm and a new hydro-power station in Perthshire were showcased to members of the Economy, Energy and Tourism Committee today (14 May). The first of three visits across Scotland, this will inform the Renewables Inquiry.
14.05.2012
The Economy, Energy and Tourism Committee is today carrying out a fact-finding visit in Perthshire as part of its inquiry into the Scottish Government's renewables targets.
11.05.2012
More than 120 Scottish primary schoolchildren will gather in the Scottish Parliament’s debating chamber on Monday 14 May to test their knowledge of European affairs by competing in a nationwide competition.
04.05.2012
The voluntary sector and independent providers of care should have a greater role in delivering integrated health and social care, according to a report published today by the Health and Sport Committee.
02.05.2012
The appointment of a chief constable and chief fire officer to oversee the new national police and fire and rescue service should be made as soon as possible, according to the Justice Committee in its stage 1 report on the Police and Fire Reform Bill.
29.04.2012
From starting a business in your living room to a multinational company with operations across the world, how best to support and encourage Scotland’s entrepreneurs will be the focus of the 7th annual Business in Parliament event.
27.04.2012
Scotland should get a fair share of Common Agricultural Policy funds and the European Commission needs to be honest about the timetable for reform.
26.04.2012
Pupils from across Scotland will debate issues affecting them and their communities as part of an event taking place at the Scottish Parliament today.
25.04.2012
The impact of renewable energy generation on communities and tourism will be the focus of an evidence session, being held today. This session will inform the Renewables Inquiry, launched by the Economy Energy and Tourism Committee in January.