Major cash boost for Aberdeenshire coastal beauty spots
One of the nation’s largest seabird colonies and a top seal-spotting beach are among six natural beauty spots to benefit from a cash boost of more than £320,000.
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Girl power as leading bank announces new support project
One of the UK’s biggest banks has delivered a major boost to women in business by launching a £1 billion funding pot to support female entrepreneurs.
Efforts to make the north-east’s roads safer for motorcyclists gain national funding
University academics have been enlisted in an effort to evaluate how the north's roads can be made safer for motorcyclists.
Funding boost secures new multi-million-pound food and drink centre for north-east
A £20 million-plus food and drink development “hub” for the north-east will open in 2022 after a £10m commitment of Scottish and UK Government cash, it has been announced.
All aboard as Grampian Transport Museum receives funding for Bristol bus refurbishment
Thousands of pounds are to be spent restoring a rare double decker bus which is hoped could be the key to drawing significant numbers of additional tourists to an Aberdeenshire town.
Scotland’s charities share £1.9 million boost
Hundreds of at risk Scots will benefit from the award of £1.9 million to charities tackling disadvantage and social exclusion.
Applications open for Tesco Bags of Help scheme
Charities and community groups across the north-east are being urged to apply for funding through the Tesco Bags of Help scheme.
Funds to cut slow login times and upgrade IT for NHS staff
The Government will use £40 million to help cut the “ridiculous” waste of time caused by slow computer logins plaguing NHS staff.
Community secures funding boost for Moray’s Active Schools group
A scheme encouraging north youngsters to get active has been awarded £2,000 from a major funding campaign.
Outdoors groups benefit from funding across the north and north-east
More than 700 volunteers have been given a boost in their efforts to upgrade well-loved paths across the country.
Hopes are high that revamp of historical Elgin cottage will get the go-ahead at council meeting
A dilapidated cottage in a scenic area of Moray could be revitalised if funding is approved at a council meeting this week.
EU cash could shape future
A leading Perthshire producer has called on fellow farmers to forego their individual shares of next year’s allocation of EU convergence funds and agree to the money being invested in innovation, research and new technologies that will deliver long-term benefits.
Tories pledge ‘five-year guarantee’ for farm funding
The Conservatives have made an election pledge to maintain levels of farm funding for the lifetime of the next Parliament – a full two years longer than the current commitment.
What have the parties pledged on education?
After years of belt-tightening, school leaders and teachers have been lobbying for investment in the nation’s schools, and it now seems that politicians are responding.
SSE provides £50,000 grant to help Garmouth create new community facility
The Garmouth and Kingston Amenities Association has confirmed it is working on establishing a community facility, after receiving financial assistance from Scottish and Southern Energy.
NHS Highland must take urgent action to tackle series of challenges
NHS Highland must make urgent changes to deal with its “complex” problems, including a failure to make multi-million pound savings, staff shortages and bullying.
City council gives Peacock Visual Arts grant of more than £30,000 – after slashing its funding earlier in year
Aberdeen council bosses have given thousands in funding to a city charity - after cutting their budget earlier this year.
Councillors recommended to grant almost £160,000 for enterprise project relocation
Aberdeenshire councillors have been asked to award £160,000 of funding to allow a north-east enterprise to relocate.
Moray plans to reduce cost of school day for parents and carers
Moray Council’s children and young people’s committee confirmed yesterday that further work will be carried out to tackle the cost of the school day.
Granite Noir and Scapa Fest receive funding boost
A north-east crime writing festival is celebrating after receiving a significant cash boost to support its growth.
Burghead Community Hall shortlisted for possible £15,000 windfall
A hall in a Moray village could be given a £15,000 upgrade after being short-listed for a funding prize.
Aberdeen co-leader urges Sturgeon to fully fund flagship care pledge
Aberdeen co-leader Jenny Laing has warned Nicola Sturgeon that the SNP's flagship pledge to scrap council charges for social care like meals on wheels must be funded properly.
Local MP appeals to Westminster for ‘vital’ bridge repair funds
The UK government has been urged to intervene to help Aberdeenshire repair its stricken roads network.
Primary pupils to stage ‘business breakfast’ to discuss jobs after funding boost
Toddlers will enjoy new toys and primary school pupils will host their own "business breakfast" after receiving grants from a local housing firm.
Foundation leaps to help solve mystery of declining salmon numbers
A £50,000 grant will support a first-of-its-kind study working to explain the plight of Scotland's iconic wild salmon.
Prison family service slashed after funding cuts
One area to be praised by inspectors was the prison's family centre services - but yesterday it was revealed these have since been slashed due to funding cuts.
Moray LEADER provides funding boost to seven new projects
More than £500,000 of Moray LEADER funds has been allocated to seven new projects.
Danger Scotland could be ‘short-changed’ by UK Government fund to replace EU cash
Northern Scotland is in danger of being "short-changed" by the UK Government after European Union funding ceases, an MP has claimed.
Stonehaven’s beach boardwalk to receive £250,000 refurbishment
Stonehaven’s popular beach boardwalk will undergo a £250,000 transformation after receiving funding from the Scottish Government.
Fraserburgh bowling club secures funding boost
A north-east bowling club has secured funding to repair its precious green.
Inverness playgroup to close its doors after 30 years
An Inverness playgroup that has run for 30 years has become a casualty of the Scottish Government's new childcare pledge.
Councillors agree £75,000 funding for surveys
Councillors have agreed to spend £75,000 to spruce up Peterhead town centre.