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The Working Group on Consumer and Competition Issues
The Scottish Government set up a working group in 2015 to advise on how best to deliver the Scottish Government's consumer and competition agenda.
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The Committee heard a range of best practice examples, such as Growbiz and the ScaleUp Institute, which are encouraging peer networks.
An important function would be for one body to look at all the opportunities for development around our shores, and to try to work out where the best combination of developments may be.
Committee reports
Date published:
11 December 2017
To drive take-up of Scottish Child Payment, Best Start Grants and Best Start Foods, we will launch a multi-media campaign next month, targeting parents through TV and digital advertising.
We have been clear we expect health boards to minimise wasted doses of vaccine, and have provided them with best practice advice on how to achieve this.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
25 February 2021
It is important to note that clinical guidelines are recommendations to aid healthcare and other professionals in caring for people with specific conditions and are based on the best available evidence. NHS Board areas are encouraged to make best use of all relevant available guidelines.
Entitlement to financial support such as the Best Start Grant and School Clothing Grant provide a vital contribution to households with eligible children.