Two projects in Falkirk district have received grants from a fund that aims to boost sustainable travel and encourage more people to walk and cycle. The Smarter Choices, Smarter Places Open Fund, which was launched last June, has already awarded…
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SIMPLER BOWEL SCREENING TEST LEADS TO BIG INCREASE IN UPTAKE
A new, simpler bowel cancer screening test has seen levels of participation rise to a record high. Falkirk West MSP Michael Matheson has welcomed official figures that show 64% of people in Scotland who were sent a faecal immunochemical test…
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MSPs BACK INCREASED INVESTMENT IN FALKIRK DISTRICT
The Scottish Government’s budget proposals, which will give a cash boost to vital public services in Falkirk district and offer economic stability in the face of Brexit uncertainty, have been backed by a majority of MSPs. Finance Secretary Derek Mackay’s…
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BUDGET WILL DO THE BUSINESS FOR RETAILERS IN CENTRAL SCOTLAND
Michael Matheson has urged his political opponents across Central Scotland to heed a call by the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) for MSPs to work together to pass the Scottish Government’s budget. SRC director David Lonsdale has warned that if the…
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BUDGET WILL DELIVER FOR CARERS AND LOW-INCOME FAMILIES IN FALKIRK DISTRICT
Carers and low-income families in Falkirk district will receive improved financial support if MSPs back the Scottish Government’s budget for 2019-20. Under proposals outlined by Finance Secretary Derek Mackay, £37million will be set aside to fund the Carer’s Allowance Supplement.…
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TORIES’ SNEAKY PENSION CREDIT CHANGE COULD COST COUPLES £7000 A YEAR
Michael Matheson has slammed the Tory Government for sneaking out news about a change to Pension Credit eligibility that could see some couples in Falkirk district lose out on up to £7000 a year. New benefit rules for mixed-aged couples…