Michael visits Falkirk Carers Centre during Carers Week
Health, social care and third sector staff will now get new guidance to identify carers and ensure they get the support they need. They can improve their skills through Equal Partners in Care, an online resource developed by NHS Education Scotland and Scottish Social...Matheson welcomes A&E consultant boost
The number of consultants working in Scotland’s emergency departments is set to increase, it was confirmed today. Over £3 million will be invested over the next three years as part of an innovative £50 million action plan which aims to shake-up the way unscheduled...FALKIRK SECTARIANISM PROJECTS TO BENEFIT FROM ADDITONAL £100,000 FUNDING
Projects aimed at tackling sectarianism in Falkirk’s communities will benefit from nearly £100,000 Scottish Government funding. Central Scotland Regional Equality Council will receive funding following advice from the Advisory Group on Tackling Sectarianism in...Matheson welcomes new dementia strategy
A second three year National Dementia Strategy to improve standards of care for people with dementia has been launched. As part of the strategy an action plan will be put in place to ensure people with dementia are treated with dignity and respect during all hospital...Matheson welcomes WWI battlefield schools’ visit funding
Matheson welcomes WWI battlefield schools’ visit funding Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has welcomed the news that every secondary school in Scotland will be offered financial help to carry out educational visits to European battlefields as part of the Scottish...Photos
Michael Matheson and John McNally join staff at Strathcarron Hospice to support their Lottery Awards campaign