Apparently there has been some kind of economic blip recently. Has anyone heard anything about it? Well, have no fear: those tireless lads and lassies down at the House of Commons Treasury Committee have grafted day and night to come up with ways of stopping those irresponsible banks from ever again destroying Western civilisation as we know it.
“The overall case for legislative action in the field of banking regulation is compelling. The authorities must be able to deal with failing banks effectively and with an adequate range of options. The responsible authorities require access to the information which must drive their actions. An effective statutory depositor protection scheme which commands the confidence of consumers is needed in order to reduce the likelihood of disorderly bank failure following a retail run and thus to reduce in turn the requirement for extra-statutory guarantees by the Government.”
Excellent. We can all rest easy tonight.
The Scottish Government published their draft budget for 2009-10 yesterday. Have a squizz to see what our tax money is spent on.
“Our aim is to achieve a sustainable economic growth that will build on a strong and stable Scottish economy, provide prosperity and opportunities for all and ensure that future generations can enjoy a better quality of life. The benefits from delivering this single Purpose will be shared by all of Scotland’s people, helping us to realise the considerable potential of our nation and our people”
Who would have thought that columns of figures could be so exciting?
The Scottish Government issued this publication today, which is a guide to implementing the Nutritional Requirements for Food and Drink in Schools (Scotland) Regulations 2008.
“It won’t be the regulations alone that encourage young people to eat healthy, nutritious school meals. We need to be sure that our children and young people enjoy the food and drink provided in schools. I hope that this guidance will assist those of you involved in school catering to implement the regulations and to help you provide tasty and appealing food that complies with the requirements that we have set.”
