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From The Rt Hon Alistair Carmichael MP
  • UK Government investment gets Scottish cities superconnected

    Small businesses in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Perth now have extra time to apply for £3,000 grants for better broadband.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scottish cities to get free public wifi

    Public buildings across Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Perth will be transformed into free wifi hotspots, it was announced today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Womenomics could unlock huge potential for Scottish growth

    Review considers how to unlock the full potential of women to Scotland's economy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • First Islands Summit staged in Shetland

    Lerwick hosts first annual islands summit between the 3 islands councils and the UK Government.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Budget extends helping hand to Scottish families and firms

    Scottish Secretary welcomes a budget which is 'another positive step forward for Scotland'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Employment figures published

    Scottish Secretary says March Labour Market Statistics for Scotland 'round off a remarkable period of success for this government'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Great opportunities beckon for Scotland's communities

    Scottish Secretary highlights community opportunities during visit to Kintyre.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Expenditure and revenue figures

    Government Expenditure & Revenue Scotland 2013-14 shows Scottish borrowing higher than UK average.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scotland's changing

    Leaflet explaining devolution changes being sent to Scottish households.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mexican President visits Aberdeen

    Scottish Secretary champions Scottish Oil & Gas sector with Mexican President.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Informing Scotland on historic new powers

    UK Government taking steps to ensure people have a better understanding of the devolution settlement.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A taste of success

    Brewing up successful food and drink businesses in the Highlands.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Employment at record high

    February Labour Market Statistics for Scotland show Scottish unemployment is down again.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Make it a short break not heartbreak

    UK Government encourages couples to ‘Know Before They Go’ and be better prepared when travelling overseas this Valentine’s Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Bordering on GREAT

    Scottish Borders showcase Scotland.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • All-party promise of new powers for Scotland delivered

    UK Government publishes draft legislation to give Scottish Parliament more powers.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Record number of Scots in work and economy growing

    Statistics show UK Government long term economic plan is working says Carmichael.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Government to fast-track Holyrood votes for 16 & 17 year olds

    This is the start of a landmark week for Scotland says Carmichael.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Start up loans pass 1,000 mark in Scotland

    £3.7m provided to businesses across the country.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Working together for future of Scotland's oil and gas sector

    Partnership working is 'crucial' for future of North Sea sector, says Carmichael.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government