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6 May 2025
S6W-37023
These actions include, the continuation of the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) programme, increased support for School Clothing Grants, investment in Developing the Young Workforce (DYW), support for a broad range of learner pathways and the continuation of record funding to Scotland’s schools through the Scottish Attainment Challenge programme, providing up to £1billion in additional funding.The Scottish Government continues to work in partnership with local authorities, schools and third sector organisations to monitor these interventions and assess their impact on young people’s education. S6W...
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6 May 2025
S6W-36851
This disparity is likely to be influenced by several factors, including differences in service models, staffing levels, and the geographical distribution of care facilities.Service Models and Staffing Levels: Scotland's approach to care often involves higher staffing ratios and more comprehensive service models, which can increase operational costs.Geographical Distribution: The spread of care homes across Scotland, particularly in rural and remote areas, can lead to higher costs due to economies of scale being less achievable.Regulatory and Quality Standards: Scotland maintains stringent regulatory standards to ensure high-quality care, which may result in higher compliance costs for providers. S6W...
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6 May 2025
S6W-37022
Remuneration may be proposed where it is particularly important to have representation from as wide and diverse a range of candidates as possible, or where there is specific need for appointees to be drawn from otherwise under-represented groups.Any remuneration payable is not intended to meet the market rate that could be commanded by the individuals concerned.The relevant Scottish Government approval must be obtained prior to implementing any daily fee and prior to advertising, negotiating a remuneration package or confirmation of appointment. S6W...
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6 May 2025
S6W-36702
Information on deaths in custody can be found on the SPS Website.The number of deaths in custody over the past five calendar years is shown in the following table:YearDeaths in Custody202464202340202244202153202034Since 2020, a total of 16 internal gross misconduct investigations have been conducted in relation to matters thought to be connected to deaths within prison custody.As the Member will be aware, any criminal investigation is a matter for Police Scotland, and as such SPS is unable to comment on the number of criminal investigations that may have been progressed. S6W...
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6 May 2025
S6W-36684
This is why, in 2025-26 the Scottish Government has allocated over £15.4 million for the provision of free income maximisation support, welfare and debt advice.Between Apr 24-Sep 24, investment from the Equalities and Human Rights Fund resulted in a total of 16,087 individuals helped directly with the provision of support, information and advice, with the Age Scotland Helpline providing £1,184,367 of income maximisation advice, with a further 1,039 organisations have also been supported via capacity building and information sharing.We engage regularly with the Older People’s Strategic Action Forum on actions we take to support the needs of older people in Scotland. S6W...
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6 May 2025
S6W-37196
Details of this work can be found here: National Care Service - information sharing to improve care support: seldom heard voices co-design findings - gov.scot S6W-37196
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6 May 2025
S6W-37008
As such, we have now developed a multiyear recovery plan to prioritise the delivery of offending behaviour programmes, including the introduction of new delivery sites to increase programme delivery and capacity. S6W-37008
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2 May 2025
S6W-36998
These guidelines detail, amongst other elements, minimum standards for fire safety systems and design features, water requirements for firefighting and access requirements.Under reserved legislation, BESS sites also fall under process fire regulations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 due to the equipment being used to collect, store and release electricity as required. S6W-36998
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2 May 2025
S6W-37128
We expect developers to honour their SCDS commitments, which were a condition of their being awarded Option Agreements. S6W-37128
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2 May 2025
S6W-36709
This facility plays a key role in handling agricultural plastics and supports the sector’s environmental commitments. S6W-36709
