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‘Positive feedback’ from first users of Glasgow's drugs consumption room

The UK’s first safer drug consumption room has had good uptake and “positive feedback” from users since opening in Glasgow, a minister has…

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‘Positive feedback’ from first users of safer drugs consumption room – minister

Neil Gray said the success of the Thistle Centre would be measured if there are fewer drug deaths and ‘harm reduction’.

Evening Standard

Swinney: Consumption room should help reduce ‘entirely unacceptable’ drug deaths

The First Minister has visited the UK’s first facility where drug users can inject in a clean and safe environment.

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John Swinney hails 'step forward' as UK's first drugs consumption space to open

THE opening of the UK’s first safer drugs consumption room will be a “significant step forward” in efforts to tackle Scotland’s drug…

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Drug consumption room ‘significant step forward’ in tackling deaths – Swinney

The Scottish First Minister visited the Thistle Centre in Glasgow, which will open on Monday.

Evening Standard

Flu cases causing ‘very high levels of winter pressure’ for NHS, says Neil Gray

An increase in flu cases means Scotland’s NHS is facing “very high levels of winter pressure”, Health Secretary Neil Gray said, as the latest…

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Doctors’ union warns NHS will struggle to last another year without reform

99% of doctors surveyed by the British Medical Association (BMA) Scotland said they are concerned about increased pressure on the NHS over winter.

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The Scottish political year in review

With a new First Minister, a general election, and the death of a ‘monumental’ political figure, it has been a memorable year in Scottish politics.

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Angela Constance speaks out after being driven to Old Firm game in ministerial car

JUSTICE Secretary Angela Constance has spoken out after it was reported she travelled with a close family member in a ministerial car to the Old…

The National (Scotland)

Hike to National Insurance could be 'catastrophic' in Scotland, says Neil Gray

The unintended consequences to the public sector in Scotland of the increase to national insurance could be “catastrophic”, the country’s…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney thanks 'pioneer' Humza Yousaf after announcement he'll stand down as MSP

FIRST Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Humza Yousaf as the former SNP leader announced he would stand down as an MSP in 2026...

The National (Scotland)

Neil Gray rejects 'NHS perma-crisis' comment from BMA chairman

SCOTLAND'S Health Secretary Neil Gray has said he accepts that some hospitals in Scotland are under pressure, but rejects the BMA Scotland’s…

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Scottish Government urges UK to put pressure on Lukashenko regime in Belarus

SCOTLAND'S External Affairs and Health Secretaries are urging the UK Government to put pressure on the Lukashenko regime in Belarus to ensure the…

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Scottish Government urges UK Government to put pressure on Lukashenko regime

The call came on Human Rights Day on December 10.

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We have clear plan for NHS despite watchdog's warning, Health Secretary insists

THE Health Secretary has insisted that the SNP Government has a “clear plan” for fundamental reform of the NHS, after the spending watchdog…

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Why SNP MPs are not voting on Westminster assisted dying bill

THE Commons today considers one of the biggest potential social changes in Britain since the legalisation of abortion.

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Health Secretary urges Scottish Labour MSPs to back national insurance call

The UK Government announced an increase to employer contributions in the Budget last month.

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‘Warning lights flashing’ for NHS as thousands wait more than eight hours in A&E

Opposition parties attack Scotland’s ‘distracted Health Secretary’ amid ‘unacceptable waits’ in the NHS.

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Stephen Flynn defends 'tough but necessary' staff cuts at SNP headquarters

STEPHEN Flynn has defended the SNP ruling body’s proposal to cut the number of staff at headquarters to save funds ...

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Neil Gray 'regrets' attending Aberdeen football games in ministerial role

HEALTH Secretary Neil Gray has said he has "regret" over being chauffered to Aberdeen football games.

Evening Standard

Ministerial cars ‘not free taxis to the football’, says Findlay

It comes as Health Secretary Neil Gray prepares to make a statement after being taken in an official vehicle to three Aberdeen games.

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'No plan': Scottish Government rules out Labour health board league tables

SCOTLAND’s Health Secretary has said there are “no plans” to introduce hospital league tables after NHS bosses hit out at plans for them in…

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Neil Gray to give Holyrood statement after using chauffeurs for football games

HEALTH Secretary Neil Gray is to make a statement to parliament amid a row over the use of chauffeur driven cars to attend football games ...

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Lack of funds barrier to residential rehab in more than 75% of areas – figures

Despite the reported issues, Health Secretary Neil Gray said there were some ‘encouraging’ signs in the survey.

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SNP politicians call for Stephen Flynn to 'rethink' bid to be both MP and MSP

STEPHEN Flynn should rethink his intention to stand for Holyrood while holding on to his seat at Westminster, former Scottish government…

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