Organisations have until 5 pm on Friday 3 September 2010 to apply to the Voluntary Sector Development Fund 2010-11 (VSDF).

Ministers will consider drawing up new fire safety rules designed to prevent a repeat of the Rosepark blaze tragedy that killed 14 people.

CHILDREN in care in the Borders have lost out on around £10,000 of UK Government cash aimed at making their lives better, according to a former senior councillor from Hawick.

Up to 60,000 people working in the public sector in Scotland could lose their jobs, according to an independent review commissioned by ministers.

A campaign has been launched to target homophobic and racist attacks and other “hate crimes” in the Central Scotland Police area.

The Scottish Human Rights Commission is compiling a new database of organisations which help, campaign for, or support people in all parts of the country.

A huge new medical centre in the Highlands which could radically change how Scottish healthcare is delivered opens its doors to patients today.

Plans to identify and support carers of all ages across Scotland have been revealed, including investment in respite and short breaks.

The number of sex crimes committed across the north and north-east has risen, according to official figures.

Skills Development Scotland has launched the Flexible Training Opportunities programme, which will give Scottish businesses (1-50 employees) the opportunity to apply for up to £500 towards employee training costs. Funding is available for up to 10 employees per business.