MATHESON WELCOMES CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT IN CHILDREN’S DENTAL HEALTH.

Children in primary seven have healthier teeth than ever before, according to new figures. Statistics reveal show that 72.8 per cent of primary seven children have no obvious decay, compared to 69.4 per cent in 2011. This is an increase from 52.9 per cent in 2005. For...

MATHESON WELCOMES NEWS ON INEOS

Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has welcomed the news that Ineos plant in Grangemouth is to start operating following agreement between Ineos and the workforce. In welcoming the news Mr Matheson said: “This will come as a relief to the workforce, their families and...

Falkirk MSP’s back Prostate Cancer UK’s Quality Checklist

Falkirk MSP’s Michael Matheson and Angus MacDonald, have called on NHS Forth Valley to implement Prostate Cancer UK’s Quality Checklist as a first step towards delivering the best possible care and support for men with the disease. Prostate Cancer UK has produced the...

MATHESON WELCOMES ADDITIONAL £20M FOR CYCLING

Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has welcomed Transport Minister Keith Brown’s announcement on how the additional £20m for cycling will be spent over the next two years. The funding, which was announced as part of the budget, will enhance the Community Links...

Funding to help families in Falkirk

A family centre in Langlees is amongst 20 projects awarded a share of £6 million. The funding comes from the £18 million allocated from the Early Years Change Fund last year. This new funding will assist Aberlour and Falkirk Council to support families who need extra...