The number of unemployed people in Scotland has fallen since November according to recent official figures.
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said unemployment had dropped by 16,000.
Also, the number of adults out of work and claiming benefits in Scotland fell by 2,100 in February.
Secretary of state for Scotland, Michael Moore welcomed the figures but warned against complacency.
He added: “There are still too many Scots out of work and the government is determined to help.”
Scotland’s First Minister Alex Salmond said: “Scottish government’s robust actions to support jobs, skills and training are delivering real results.”
One example of the government’s actions is the ‘Steps To Work’ awareness event held this afternoon at Woodside Community Centre in Aberdeen.
The event focused on helping those whose benefits have recently been cut and help them to understand their potential options.
One of the programmes aims is to help unemployed people gain confidence to enter into the workforce.
Alona Murray, Principal community learning worker said: “I think people can get depressed. It is a horrible situation to be in. You have got to be positive that you can get back into work.”
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