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From The Rt Hon Alistair Carmichael
  • Employment increases in Scotland

    Scottish Secretary comments on latest Labour Market Statistics for Scotland.

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

  • Broadband boost for rural Scotland

    Scottish Secretary welcomes roll-out of superfast broadband to more parts of Scotland.

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

  • Don't forget your passport

    Being part of the UK gives Scots access to exceptional support abroad if something goes wrong.

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

  • Scottish independence referendum: Alistair Carmichael Twitter Q&A

    Scottish Secretary Alistair Carmichael took part in a Twitter chat to answer questions on the Scottish independence referendum.

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

  • Aircraft carrier to be 'christened' with Islay malt whisky

    Whisky replaces traditional champagne at naming ceremony for HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier.

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

  • Armed Forces Day: Nick Clegg and Alistair Carmichael visit Scots Guard

    The Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Scotland visited F Company at their London barracks ahead of Armed Forces Day on 28 June.

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

  • Independence referendum: UK facts heading for Scottish households

    Ahead of the Scottish referendum, a booklet explaining what staying in the UK means for Scotland will start dropping through letterboxes.

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

  • Scottish referendum: intimidation has no part to play in debate

    Businesses pointing out independence risks should not be silenced says Scottish Secretary

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

  • More of Scotland's entrepreneurs given a helping hand

    UK Government scheme helps more Scots set up their own businesses.

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

  • Benefits of the UK booklet going to every household in Scotland

    Scottish Secretary launches booklet explaining what staying in the United Kingdom means for Scotland.

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

  • East Lothian companies ripe for success

    Scottish Secretary visits East Lothian food and drink firms.

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

  • Record number of women in employment in Scotland

    Latest labour market statistics for Scotland show unemployment continues to fall.

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

  • We will remember them

    On the 70th anniversary of D-Day, Scotland Office Ministers pay tribute to World War Two veterans.

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

  • Edinburgh charity to help thousands in Senegal

    CIFAL Scotland has received over £200,000 from the British Government to help thousands of people in Senegal fight malnutrition.

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

  • Queen’s Speech: UK Government will “continue to deliver for people across Scotland”

    Nine of the 11 bills included in legislative programme will apply in Scotland.

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

  • Scottish independence: Report highlights EU membership facts

    Scottish Secretary comments on expert report that says independent Scotland would face lengthy wait for EU membership.

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

  • Helping Scottish firms make a MINT

    UK Government seminar will offer advice to help Scottish firms win business in emerging markets.

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

  • Scottish export review findings published

    Brian Wilson's review of Scottish international trade has been published, analysing challenges faced by businesses.

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

  • Alistair Carmichael: All Energy Conference

    Scottish Secretary addresses UK's largest renewable energy gathering.

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

  • Scottish independence: passion is no substitute for good answers

    Scottish Secretary calls for answers as more questions are posed by Scotland's accountants.

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