October 2002
25th : STUC welcomes government change of tone on Firefighters' Dispute
The fact that the FBU and the Government are now engaged in face to face discussions is welcome. There is absolutely nothing to be lost for either side in trying to reach some accommodation before the first firefighters' strike is due to begin.
2nd : Scottish Parliament?s Finance Committee?s Report on PPPs
The Finance Committee?s report raises a number of questions about value for money issues, and the need for procurement options other than PPP to be developed.