Assurances over new unit at Murray Royal
Councillors have been concerned that a new unit at Murray Royal could be used as overspill for more serious conditions. The new 32-bed development in Perth is to be used for medium-level secure patients and is part of a wider investment across the region. But Assurances are being given that the unit will not be used to house more serious conditions from other hospitals. Consultant Forensic scientist Dr Tom White is a lead figure in the scheme. He said Murray Royal would only be for those suitable for the level of care provided.
Local MSP accused Government of failing to deliver on pledge
A local MSP has accused the Scottish Government of failing to deliver on a manifesto pledge. Only three Councils in Scotland are offering 2 hours of PE a week – and Perth and Kinross is not one of them. Conservative MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife Elizabeth Smith has described the situation in Perth and Kinross as Disgraceful.
SHe thinks more should be done during HIME School Inspections to highlight the need for more lessons.
Tayside project get cash boost
Projects in Tayside are set to receive a share of almost three million pounds to help boost the rural economy. Rural Priorities, part of the Scotland Rural Development Programme delivers targeted environmental, social and economic benefits to rural areas. Successful projects include aiding food production near Crieff and grey squirrel control at Scone Palace. A woodchip boiler for Bamff estate north of Alyth will use a 40 thousand pound grant and will help reduce the estates carbon footprint.
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