Life Matters brings you information about initiatives that will help you live a fairer, safer, healthier, smarter and greener life in Scotland. Find more information, read and listen again to each topic and share your views about what matters to you and your life, because your life matters...
Stress, drugs, organ donation, stopping smoking, diet, sexual health and wellbeing are just a few of the topics covered in this section. Live Healthier - Live Longer. MORE >
This section provides information and help on a range of subjects. Support for families and business as well as up to date government campaigns. MORE >
Helpful advice and information on how to stay safe. Fire, domestic violence, child protection, motoring, winter weather and much more. MORE >
Go Greener and save money at the same time. There's loads of little things you can do to help create a greener Scotland. Everything you need to know is right here. MORE >
We're working towards a fairer Scotland, tackling ageism and racism and helping you to understand some of the initiatives that benefit your community. MORE >
David Coulthard drives home road safety message
Country roads account for around 70% of all road fatalities in Scotland and three out of four of those deaths are men.
Scottish Communities League Cup
For a second year, the Scottish Communities League Cup is showcasing everything that is good about our national game.
Create tasty recipes with new Greener Scotland Recipe Finder app
A new Greener Scotland Recipe Finder app is dishing up tasty recipes from some of Scotland’s top Chefs including Nick Nairn and …
Get on top of your debts
Many Scots are struggling with their debt but feel that they can’t talk about it because they see no way out, they’re in denia…
Life Matters Road Safety – Country Roads
With three in four road fatalities in Scotland occurring on country roads, drivers are being encouraged to think about their own â…
Active kids are healthy kids
If you think getting your kids moving more is easier said than done, then read on.
Take The First Step To Quitting For Good
Call Smokeline For Free and Take The First Step To Quitting For Good
Seasonal Flu Campaign
As autumn sets in and the dark nights approach, we anticipate the impact that the flu season could have on ourselves, friends and …
Welcoming the Pandas to Scotland
Celebrations are underway to welcome two very special giant pandas to Scotland.
Can you help fix the cracks in a child's life?
Not everyone thinks they have it in them to help fix the cracks in a child’s life, but every day in Scotland, volunteers who sit…
Stay Safe As Houses
Most people think fire can’t touch them, but the reality could not be more different.