Vulnerable people with complex needs who need help to get into settled accommodation are to be supported by funding of up to £6.5 million, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced. Pre-paid digital smartcards will replace food vouchers, following strong support for changes to the scheme for helping low income families eat healthily. Five international market specialists are to be appointed to support Scottish companies to maximise export opportunities in the energy supply chain. Read all the week's stories and more |