What we had was the former prime minister visiting China in a breakthrough visit, seeking to improve trade relations and other relations with the Chinese, but then at the same time being unwilling to entertain the prospect of investment in renewable energy in Scotland – and without Scottish ministers feeling that they had a proper understanding of that.
Commenting on UK Government's decision regarding Chinese investment.
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This conditional support reflects an exceptional cross-sector partnership and demonstrates what can be achieved when government, funders and cultural organisations work together around a shared vision.
I believe the document should remain in Scotland permanently, adding that discussions with the UK Government over its longer-term future would continue.
Among the Act’s most important measures is the introduction of areas of linguistic significance, which will sustain Gaelic through a range of activities in which speakers can use the language and help it to thrive.
Once this happens, the Scottish Government and its public bodies will further focus support on improving economic and social opportunities which help the growth of the Gaelic language for generations to come.
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