Cities and regions
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Growing Glasgow’s economy
SG-backed masterplan to fuel Clyde transformation
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National Islands Plan review: consultation
We are consulting on a review of the National Islands Plan, published in 2019. This review is required by the Islands (Scotland) Act 2018. We are seeking views on the impact and content of the current National Islands Plan.
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National Islands Plan: implementation route map 2023
Details how we will deliver on the commitments in the National Islands Plan, over the coming year.
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Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26: major capital projects progress update - March 2023
The following information relates to projects with a capital value of £5 million or more which are at the outline business case (or equivalent) approved stage or beyond.
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Just transition for the built environment and construction sector: a discussion paper
This discussion paper is intended to support engagement on a just transition for the built environment and construction sector. Building on this engagement, a draft targeted action plan and route map (late 23/24) will outline the key steps to delivering a fair transition for the sector.
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Just transition for the transport sector: a discussion paper
This discussion paper is intended to support engagement on a just transition for the transport sector. Building on this engagement, a draft targeted action plan and route map (late 23/24) will outline the key steps to delivering a fair transition for the sector.
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Fit for the Future: developing a post-school learning system to fuel economic transformation
Report of Independent Review of the Skills Delivery Landscape provided to Scottish Ministers by James Withers. The Review considered skills functions and remits of Scotland's national public bodies, making 15 recommendations for future adaptations to support the National Strategy for Economic Transformation.
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Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: island communities impact assessment
Island Communities Impact Assessment (ICIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.
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Scottish local government finance - Green Book: 2023-2024
Scottish Local Government Finance Settlement 2023-24: Funding Allocation Formula.
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Transforming vacant and derelict land
Fifteen projects share £10 million.
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An investment in Scotland’s neighbourhoods
£27 million to support community projects.
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Green Freeports
Winning bids announced.
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COVID Economic Recovery Fund
New support package ahead of Strategic Framework Update.
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Grants to revitalise neighbourhoods
Funding of £25 million to support community projects and local economies.
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Fairer Scotland Duty: guidance for public bodies
Statutory guidance for public sector bodies subject to the Fairer Scotland Duty to help them actively consider how they can reduce inequalities of outcome caused by socio-economic disadvantage, when making strategic decisions.
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A New Future for Scotland's Town Centres
In June 2020 we launched an independent collaborative review of the progress and scope of the 2013 Town Centre Action Plan. The Review group was asked to build on our town centre first approach and develop a refreshed vision for our towns and the means to achieve it.
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A New Future for Scotland's Town Centres: easy read
Easy read version of A New Future for Scotland's Town Centres
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Community projects get £25 million funding
Investment in regeneration and to tackle inequality.
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£50 million for Falkirk
Funding for regional deal.
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Healthier, greener town centres
Optimising town centres for the aftermath of COVID-19.
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Landmark agreement to boost repopulation
Councils across the Highlands and Islands back Scottish Government policy.
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Tay Cities Region Deal
Scottish Government pledges £200 million investment.
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South of Scotland Enterprise Agency: consultation report
Analysis report on the consultation process for creating the South of Scotland Enterprise Agency. The report analyses both online responses and opinions expressed at the 26 engagement events held across Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders.
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Edinburgh and South East City Region Deal
£1.3 billion investment given the green light.
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£90.2 million City Region Deal for Stirling and Clackmannanshire
Economic growth plan announced.
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Scottish electorate continues to rise
Number of people registered to vote in elections in Scotland has increased in 2017, according figures published by National Records of Scotland.
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Budget: Local Government funding settlement
Public services protected despite cuts to Scotland’s block grant.
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Budget sets out economic growth package
Economic expansion at centre of spending plans.
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Scotland’s Budget
Investing in the NHS, protecting low earners, backing Scotland’s economy.
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Beyond city deals
Next steps for city region deals outlined.
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Designing communities
People to have say in the design of their area.
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Record-breaking year for foreign direct investment
Scotland retains top UK region status outside London for foreign direct investment.
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Household numbers projected to rise in Scotland's National Parks and around its biggest cities
Figures published by the National Records of Scotland (NRS) show that number of households is projected to rise around Scotland’s biggest cities, and within its two National Parks.
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Support for cities
City Region Deals boosting jobs and local economies.
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Call for reassurance over European City of Culture
Brexit must not harm Dundee’s opportunity to host 2023 title.
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Backing for city deal
UK Government should commit to City Region Deals.
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£250m Aberdeen City Region Deal.
Signing completes agreement.
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Scotland's Agenda for Cities
Scotland's Agenda for Cities sets out the Scottish Government’s strategic framework for its future interaction with Scotland’s cities.
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