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The Scottish Government

Programme for Government

Protecting Scotland’s Future, the government's programme for Scotland 2019 to 2020 sets out the actions we will take in the coming year.

Programme for Government
EU Exit (Brexit)

"While there is no broad consensus for the Brexit deal, the decision ought to be put back to the people in a second EU referendum - that is the responsible and democratic thing to do."

First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon
EU Exit (Brexit)

Scotland voted to remain in the European Union.

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Scotland is Open

A message from Scotland to countries across Europe:

Scotland is Open

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22 Sep 2019 00:01

Making homes safer

£13 million to improve safety standards in social housing.

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About government

First Minister

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As head of the Scottish Government, the First Minister is responsible for the overall development, implementation and presentation of the administration's policies and for promoting and representing Scotland at home and overseas.

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How government works

The Scottish Government is made up of:

1First Minister 11Cabinet Secretaries 16Other Ministers