Author: SPICe
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National Patient Participation Week 2018
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National Patient Participation Week 2018 is a UK-wide event held between June 4th and 9th. It is an annual event that raises the profile of…
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Local Government funding – the story behind the figures
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On 21 May SPICe published a briefing looking at local government finance trends from 2013-14 onwards. Local Government Finance: facts and figures 2013-14 to 2018-19…
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The Scottish Government’s Five Year Financial Strategy
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The Scottish Government published its Five Year Financial Strategy yesterday. Publication of this document follows a recommendation of the Budget Process Review Group (BPRG) that…
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SPICe FAQ – Vaping in Public Places
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We are often asked what the law is on using electronic or e-cigarettes (“vaping”) in public places in Scotland. Is vaping allowed in public places?…
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The New Climate Change Bill – A World Leading Ambition?
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Last week (23rd May) the Scottish Government brought forward a Bill to keep Scotland at the “forefront of global ambition” on climate change. So, what…
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Family law is under review
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The Scottish Government’s consultation on family law, a document of potentially great significance to Scottish children and their parents, was published last week. It received…
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Grandparents’ rights
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Divorce and family breakdown can be very difficult for all involved. But an issue that is all too often overlooked is the situation which can…
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Tech Nation 2018
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On 17 May 2018 Tech Nation published their 2018 report on the “strength, depth and breadth of digital tech activity in the UK.” Tech Nation…
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Devolved Taxes: the case of Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) group relief and share pledges
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Devolved Taxes: the case of Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) group relief and share pledges It is to be expected that issues may arise…
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SPICe FAQ – Funding for Community Sport
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A common question received by SPICe is where community sports clubs can go to find funding for equipment, premises and other costs which are necessary…
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World Bee Day – 20 May 2018
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The United Nations declared 20 May 2018 as World Bee Day, to highlight the importance of preserving bees and other pollinators. Bees are major pollinators…
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SPICe FAQ – Repairs in Private Rented Property
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SPICe receives many enquiries about repairs to private rented property. This blog post is aimed at answering some FAQs about the repairing standard. It also…
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