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Brian Adam is MSP for Aberdeen Donside. He is the SNP Chief Whip and minister for parliamentary business. He was the MSP for Aberdeen North from 2003 to 2011 and for North East Scotland from 1999 to 2003. I was born in 1948 and educated in the North East at Keith Grammar School. After a BSc at the University of Aberdeen I took an MSc in Clinical Pharmacology. I started work with Glaxo in Montrose and continued my career at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary where I was a Principal Biochemist. I was an Aberdeen District Councillor representing Middlefield and Heathryfold from 1988 until 1996 and an Aberdeen City Councillor from 1995 until 1999. I live in Aberdeen with my wife and family. I have four sons, one daughter, and two grandchildren. I am an avid Don's fan and make an effort to attend as many games as possible. My only personal hate is onions and garlic, and I feel they should be banned from all cooking.

Friday, December 02, 2011

£30M INVESTMENT IN YOUNG SCOTS

Brian Adam, MSP for Aberdeen Donside, has welcomed the announcement from First Minister Alex Salmond that there will be a Youth Employment Minister and £30 million will be invested in helping young people into training, work or education.

 

Mr Adam said:

 

“This is a fantastic announcement from the First Minister that will help get our 16-19 year olds back into work, education or training.

 

“While Scotland’s youth employment rate is higher than the rest of the UK, more needs to be done.

 

“This money will really help young Scots – especially during this tough economic time.

 

“Appointing a dedicated Youth Employment Minister shows how committed the SNP is to equipping all our young people the skills they need for life – and getting them into employment.

 

Mr Adam added:

 

“The Minister’s priority will be to promote skills and work for 16 to 24-year-olds and to ensure not a single school leaver becomes just an unemployment statistic. The SNP is securing a stronger workforce for the future.”

 

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