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Members of the forum have held several discussions with ministers on the Executive's proposal to issue a strategy framework for meeting the needs of children who require additional support for learning.
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Date answered:
4 December 2002
Renfrewshire Council has indicated they are meeting the regulatory and legislative requirements to implement free personal care for people in their area.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
3 December 2002
Any airline wishing to operate a target route will be offered funding in line with the arrangements agreed for the airport involved, provided they meet the specified criteria for the route.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
2 December 2002
As my statement to Parliament on 7 November made clear, the final definition of the standard and the setting of a target date for meeting it will require full and careful consultation with local authorities, Registered Social Landlords and others.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
18 November 2002
However, the Executive would be consulted on any Westminster plans to officially recognise BSL.In order to develop a strategic approach to BSL issues in Scotland, the Executive has established the British Sign Language and Linguistic Access Working Group which is due to meet again on 28 November. S1W-31266
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
7 November 2002
The definition and boundaries of the Vineburgh area have not changed. However, in order to meet the criteria of the Better Neighbourhood Services Fund (BNSF) regarding the size of population to benefit from the BNSF, the area of Redburn was also included in North Ayrshire Council's Local Outcome Agreement.
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Date answered:
29 October 2002
It is for Argyll and Bute Council to consider whether the setting up of mental health clubhouses similar to Scotia House in Glasgow is appropriate to meet the needs of their area. Support for mental health projects in the community is given through Mental Illness Specific Grant, of which Argyll and Bute Council's share is £423,700 in 2002-03.
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Date answered:
3 October 2002
Some 2,200 application packs were produced to meet the perceived demand of those wishing to apply to the fund.A total figure of £8,391 was spent on the design, publishing, printing and distribution of the application pack.
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Date answered:
24 September 2002
His response is as follows:Medacs' performance against the contract is monitored at both individual health centre level and by regular meetings of the national Medical Services Contract Monitoring Group.
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Date answered:
23 September 2002