ALT A graphic with a polling box that says "We are now in the pre-election period. Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026."

ALT Image of Health Secretary Neil Gray with a quote graphic that reads: "Scotland has taken an important step forward in recognising childhood dementia by funding specialist support for families affected by it."

ALT Social Care Minister @ThomasCArthur visited Partners in Advocacy to meet advocates, unveiling a Charter of Rights for people accessing social care, social work and community health and a code of practice for care home providers enshrining residents' rights to contact with family.

ALT Speaking up for social care users

ALT Drugs and Alcohol Policy Minister Maree Todd and a Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science staff member wearing white lab coats, looking at equipment in a laboratory.

ALT "I am pleased to welcome the Independent Effective Voice Project Report by hosted Inspiring Scotland. “This is an important step forward for Fair Work in Social Care, and I'd like to thank all the social care organisations and staff who contributed their views and time. “The Scottish Government recognises there is more to do, and will reflect carefully on the findings and recommendations."

ALT A pregnant woman receiving a prenatal check-up from a healthcare professional in a clinical setting. Above the image reads the words "Improving maternity care".

ALT Two hands gently holding each other on a hospital bed symbolising support in miscarriage care. Above the image reads the words "Improving miscarriage care".

ALT Image of Mental Wellbeing Minister Tom Arthur with a quote above his image that reads: "The Framework sets out our vision, values and principles for mental health and wellbeing support for veterans across Scotland — and marks the beginning of a significant change in how that support is delivered. At its heart is a new "hub and spoke" model, designed to ensure veterans can access the right care, at the right time, wherever they live — and that no veteran ever has to tell their story more than once. Work now moves to implementing the Framework through a national Pathway, bringing together statutory and third sector services to make that vision a reality.”

ALT Close-up of a collective bargaining agreement document with a gavel and pen on a wooden desk, symbolising legal negotiations. Underneath read the words "Better pay and conditions for social care workers".

ALT Image of Sport Minister Maree Todd smiling with graphic text that reads: "My congratulations to every Scottish athlete who competed at the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2026. "Years of dedicated hard work paid off as they brought pride to Scotland with their performances on the world stage. "Our Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes are fantastic role models who will inspire others by showing what can be achieved through commitment and resilience."

ALT Illustration of a person surrounded by icons representing justice, home, communication, transport, and care, related to the LDAN Bill. Words above the image read "Progress on the Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill".