Colin Beattie
Scottish National Party · Scotland
“Pupil support assistants have an essential role to play in our classrooms. Can the cabinet secretary provide any update on the steps that the Scottish National Party Government is taking to support schools, including in Scotland’s rural areas, to deliver more pupil support staff? Màiri McAllan: I can.”
“However, in our manifesto, the Government committed to considering ways that we can support the career pathways of pupil support staff by enhancing training, development and accreditation in order to improve recruitment and retention, which will ensure that those valued members of staff can make an impact on young people’s lives.”
“Indeed, a very young constituent recently tackled me on what was being done to make her and our communities safer. To her, I say that my bringing this debate to the Parliament is part of moving to a solution. Those are the main issues, but what can be done to deal with them?”
“Retailers also complain that nothing can be done—they call the police and no one responds, or the police visit but rarely catch the criminals involved. If those criminals are caught, that serious crime is treated as minor, and they are rarely sent to prison, even if they are frequent offenders.”
“The cost of shoplifting is directly felt in people’s pockets, as retailers recoup the costs. It is not a victimless crime. Young people using motorcycles or e-bikes have become both an annoyance and a hazard. The noise is intrusive and disturbing and the damage that is done to public areas is considerable.”
“Setting fire to plastic recycling bins is a great favourite, but fighting—mostly between themselves in public—is frequent and causes considerable anxiety among residents. Dalkeith town centre is almost a no-go zone at night; youths in dark clothing and balaclavas seem to feature at the centre of the problems.”
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“To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on the importance of community cohesion and resilience, including the role that local galas play in promoting this. (S7O-00135)”
“To ask the Scottish Government what conversations it has had with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service regarding the Scottish National Party’s 2026 manifesto commitment to expand the role of firefighters to support the Scottish Ambulance Service. (S7O-00071)”
“However, in our manifesto, the Government committed to considering ways that we can support the career pathways of pupil support staff by enhancing training, development and accreditation in order to improve recruitment and retention, which will ensure that those valued members of staff can make an impact on young people’s lives. Air Quality (Scottish Transport Emissions Partnership) 8.”
“Pupil support assistants have an essential role to play in our classrooms. Can the cabinet secretary provide any update on the steps that the Scottish National Party Government is taking to support schools, including in Scotland’s rural areas, to deliver more pupil support staff? Màiri McAllan: I can. It is worth noting for a moment where we are now. The latest figures show that, in Scotland, we have 16,908 pupil support assistants, which is the third highest number on record and an increase of nearly 1,645 since 2020.”
“We must protect the rights of our young people, but we also need to protect the rights of our citizens to live peaceably and without fear or disturbance. I make it clear that maintaining young people’s rights is very important as a protection; however, it is clear that appropriate deterrents to bad behaviour need to be in place. I do not pretend to be an expert in the areas that I have touched on, such as education, but the Parliament has access to many who are experts and should be able to agree on balanced solutions. We all know what the outcome needs to be; we now need to agree on the path to achieve that outcome. 17:40”
“Thirdly, the Parliament, across the chamber, quite rightly passed legislation to protect the rights of young people, but young people are using that legislation to evade responsibility for their actions. For example, during the recent Holyrood election, on polling day, there was a disturbance at one of our polling stations that was caused by a large group of primary school children fighting in the doorway of the polling station. One of them shouted at adults who tried to intervene, “We know our rights—you can’t touch us or we’ll call the police.” Parliament needs to explore, with police and councils, measures that could reasonably be put in place to stop such violence and misbehaviour. Again, I emphasise that it is not only young people who are responsible for misbehaviour.”
“Indeed, a very young constituent recently tackled me on what was being done to make her and our communities safer. To her, I say that my bringing this debate to the Parliament is part of moving to a solution. Those are the main issues, but what can be done to deal with them? First, the police have made it clear to me that legislation around e-bikes is not up to date, which leaves them in a difficult position when they are dealing with situations involving e-bikes. I ask the Scottish Government to consult the police to ensure that legislation is fit for purpose and will support the police in dealing with the issue. Secondly, school curriculums must provide information not only on the rights that young people have but, just as important, on their obligations and responsibilities to society as a whole.”
“The cost of shoplifting is directly felt in people’s pockets, as retailers recoup the costs. It is not a victimless crime. Young people using motorcycles or e-bikes have become both an annoyance and a hazard. The noise is intrusive and disturbing and the damage that is done to public areas is considerable. They cause fear and upset, especially among older residents. Antisocial behaviour in schools is increasing, with attacks on teachers and other pupils becoming commonplace. Although that is too big an issue in itself to be expanded on in this debate, it is all part and parcel of the fundamental shift in our society that urgently needs addressed. Many constituents have contacted me to express their concerns and worries about what will happen if antisocial behaviour is not checked.”
“Retailers also complain that nothing can be done—they call the police and no one responds, or the police visit but rarely catch the criminals involved. If those criminals are caught, that serious crime is treated as minor, and they are rarely sent to prison, even if they are frequent offenders. Shoplifters are straight back out on to the streets and offending again. That is not a deterrent, and I know that the police find that very frustrating. When I speak with the police, they are clear that shoplifting most often falls into two broad categories: shoplifters are either part of organised criminal gangs or individual drug addicts who are stealing to feed their habit. Most frequently, theft from supermarkets involves alcohol or steaks, which are then sold in pubs and at other gathering points.”
“We are not going to persuade people to use the bus if it is not safe to use, nor is it reasonable to expect bus drivers to police their buses, given the likely response. A solution must be found. Uplifting bus passes from offenders would be a start, although I suspect that a more robust response will be needed. When dealing with underage youngsters, the police say that they have few options, and no real deterrent unless serious criminal activity is involved. Shoplifting has become a lucrative hobby for some people of all ages. I was recently contacted by a supermarket that was seeking help because it was losing around £25,000 over a six-month period. Other retailers complain about the level of theft from their shops.”
“Setting fire to plastic recycling bins is a great favourite, but fighting—mostly between themselves in public—is frequent and causes considerable anxiety among residents. Dalkeith town centre is almost a no-go zone at night; youths in dark clothing and balaclavas seem to feature at the centre of the problems. Many people associate free bus travel with antisocial behaviour. However, that is not the only cause; it is merely a tool that some young people use. Abuse of the national entitlement card should not be acceptable, and nor should antisocial behaviour on public transport. The level of behaviour on buses is unacceptable, and neither passengers nor bus drivers should have to tolerate the level of misbehaviour and intimidation that a group of youngsters or adults can create.”
“First, I simply state that, in my constituency of Midlothian North, antisocial behaviour is out of control. Over the past three to four years, there has been a steady increase in incidents, much to the distress of my constituents. I do not minimise the efforts that the local council and the police have made to manage the situation. However, in my opinion, they simply do not have the tools to do so effectively, which is why I am raising the issue in a members’ business debate. Let us look at the nature of the various forms of antisocial behaviour. I will focus on young people, but we should remember that adults of all ages can be part of the problem. Yes, there is clear evidence that youngsters from primary school and above are creating mayhem.”
“To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the progress of the Sheriffhall roundabout project. (S7O-00002)”
“I declare that my first loyalty is to the people of Scotland. I, Colin Beattie, do swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles, his heirs and successors, according to law. So help me”
“To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of whether local authorities are fully utilising the powers available to them under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019, such as bus service improvement partnerships, franchising and the ability to run their own services, to safeguard essential routes such as the 46 and 48 in Midlothian. (S6O-05687)”
“I am pleased to see that the Scottish Government is taking steps towards that through the signing of a memorandum of understanding, which will promote economic co-operation on trade, investment and economic development between the Scottish and Ukrainian Governments. It is a welcome first step on the road to recovery. As this will be my last speech before dissolution, I want to thank members across the chamber and the Scottish Government for their consistent solidarity with Ukraine. I truly hope that we will see a peaceful end to the war soon. 13:15”
“I am, however, gravely concerned about the US Government’s decision to ease sanctions on countries that buy Russian oil. Worryingly, reports claim that monthly Russian oil exports could be boosted by £7.5 billion. Make no mistake: any country that purchases this oil is directly funding Putin’s war effort and, in turn, horrendous war crimes. I am also concerned that the ill-judged conflict between the US and Iran is taking the focus off Ukraine and its struggles—even more so if it results in shortages of missiles and drones to defend Ukraine. In that regard, it is ironic that Trump is now looking to Ukraine to step up and provide its expertise in drone warfare, even as he talks down the country and its war effort. It is also important that we take steps towards rebuilding Ukraine once the war is won.”
“In our meetings, I have heard at first hand the struggles that some have experienced when settling in Scotland. One barrier for Ukrainians who settle in Scotland is recognition of their qualifications. We have heard from qualified therapists and nurses who are unable to work in their field, and I urge the Scottish Government to work with the UK Government to address that issue, as doing so would go a very long way towards closing the skills gap in our population. I was pleased to see President Zelenskyy visit the UK this week to sign a new defence pact with the UK Government, aimed at tackling attack drones. Throughout this invasion, the UK and the European Union have stepped up, and they should be proud of the support that they have given.”
“The UN verified 1,250 reports of such action, which contravenes international humanitarian law. The reality, though, is that many times that number have been forcibly abducted and brainwashed into becoming Russians. It grieves me to think of the many parents who are simply unaware of their children’s fate and who long for their return to their families. That is just one of the many reasons why we must continue to support Ukraine in its war efforts and support the 29,000 Ukrainians who have arrived in Scotland. I have been fortunate enough, as convener of the cross-party group on Ukraine, to meet many of the displaced Ukrainians. They are a credit to their country and have shown a level of resilience, courage and community spirit that continues to inspire me and, I am sure, would inspire everyone in the chamber.”
“I thank Kenny Gibson for securing this members’ business debate; however, I am saddened that it is still necessary. The brutal and illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine is on-going after four years—four years of families being torn apart, four years of lives being lost, four years of truly barbaric war crimes and four years of unbreakable solidarity between Scotland and Ukraine. It is difficult to express the extent of how tragic this war has been. It has resulted in 53,000 civilian casualties, 3.7 million people being internally displaced and 5.9 million people being displaced worldwide. I would like to note a recent United Nations report detailing the extent to which Ukrainian children are being torn from their families and taken to Russian-occupied areas or even further into Russia.”
“I hope that, if the industry decides to go down that route, the Scottish Government can support it. I appreciate that the proposal is not possible at this stage due to the United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020. However, I hope that members will support the amendments as they will provide competent non-medical practitioners with the assurance that the Scottish Government is committed to a pathway towards a safer, regulated industry. I thank the Scottish Government for working with me on the amendments, and I urge members to support them.”
“During the passage of the legislation through Parliament, I have been keen to support non- medical practitioners in their efforts to have their skills and training recognised in the bill. I have met a number of practitioners who all agree that the sector is in need of regulation. However, some of those business owners have spent tens of thousands of pounds on their training and facilities. It is vital that we bring those practitioners with us and move towards providing upskilling and training to enable a fair transition and prevent mass closure of businesses. In my discussions with the minister, I advocated that a national governing body be established by practitioners, with the support of the Scottish Government. Understandably, I was informed that that cannot be achieved through the bill.”
“Amendments 19 to 21 will amend section 5(5), which currently provides that the Scottish ministers must lay a draft Scottish statutory instrument containing regulations under section 5(1), specifying requirements about the training or qualifications of persons who may provide a non-surgical procedure, within three years of section 3 coming into force. The amendments will introduce a requirement for regulations on supervision in this section, meaning that the Government must lay a draft SSI within three years of section 3 coming into force. Amendment 22 will amend section 5(6) of the bill to make it clear that more than one set of regulations may be laid to cover all the matters that are mentioned in the amended subsection (5).”
“I welcome the 2026-27 Scottish budget, which provides record funding to our NHS and its dedicated staff. Can the cabinet secretary explain how measures in the budget will support the implementation of agenda for change workforce reforms, including a reduced working week? Neil Gray: Yes—and this also addresses some of what Richard Leonard was looking for. We have invested a total of £300 million, which is recurring, to boards to help implement agenda for change workforce reforms. That includes the reduction of the working week to 36 hours for all agenda for change staff. I have written to NHS boards this week to confirm that they remain on track to implement the final hour reduction on 1 April and that they will continue to work closely with trade unions to ensure that that is facilitated. Social Care Packages 7.”
“It is also important to remember the mechanism by which we enable people to access or consider community ownership, which is the Scottish land fund. Since the latest fund opened in 2021, the committee of the Scottish land fund has awarded a total of £32.4 million to more than 249 community groups. We are supporting that community ownership because it has the power to be transformative for local communities, whether they are in urban or rural”
“Will the cabinet secretary outline a summary of the ways in which the concentrated patterns of land ownership in Scotland are being tackled, and community ownership encouraged, thanks to the Scottish National Party Government? Mairi Gougeon: We know that the concentration of land ownership in Scotland is a massive issue. Through some of the landmark powers that we already have, we are seeing steps in the right direction when it comes to community ownership. Over recent years, the number of assets in community ownership has risen, and it has done so through each year of this parliamentary session. The most recent information that we have shows that more than 213,000 hectares of land are in community ownership; they are owned by more than 500 groups across Scotland.”
“It is one of several useful online resources that complement the recently updated statutory guidance that the Government has published on relationships, and sexual health and parenthood, which provide learners with the knowledge to develop safe and healthy relationships.”
“As children and young people encounter new and evolving challenges, can the cabinet secretary outline how the Scottish Government is supporting work such as the digital discourse initiative to equip them with crucial skills to counter negative online content and behaviour? Jenny Gilruth: The programme for government committed us to supporting the digital discourse initiative, which was a joint project by Time for Inclusive Education and the Institute for Strategic Dialogue. The initiative supports schools to counter the impacts of disinformation and online hate. During my visit to Cathkin high school last year for the launch of the project, I heard positive feedback from staff and pupils. I am delighted that the initiative continues to receive such positive feedback.”
“Learning from the pilots will improve services in communities so that people do not have to navigate multiple systems or repeat their stories a number of times, and so that they can get the support that they need early, before a point of crisis. Adult Disability Payment (Application Process) 3.”
“Colin Beattie: For the pilots to be successful, it is essential that support services and specialists serve communities. What steps has the Scottish Government taken to improve such services? Màiri McAllan: The 2025 public service reform strategy commits to enabling communities to shape the services that matter most to the people living in the area. The pilots demonstrate that reform in practice. For example, Renfrewshire’s whole-system approach provides early assistance in communities and mental health wards; in North Ayrshire, early years services and health visitors refer families in need to upstream support; and, in North Lanarkshire, existing partnerships are being built on to support families through a collaborative hub, which includes those from health, social care and the police.”
“To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the pilot of the proposed “ask and act duty” related to the Housing (Scotland) Bill. (S6O-05508) The Cabinet Secretary for Housing (Màiri McAllan): The 15 pilot projects that will test out the ask and act concept started in mid-November last year, and they will run until the end of December this year. The pilots cover half of Scotland’s 32 local authority areas, including cities, towns, rural areas and islands. More than 70 organisations are taking part, from large health and social care bodies to small charities. The pilots will report at quarterly intervals and at the end of this calendar year. The first round of iterative reports are due this month. I thank everybody who is involved in the pilots for their commitment and leadership.”
“Flooding is a growing concern, with increased rainfall and river flow straining natural flood defences. I hope that members of the Parliament will continue to support the programme and, with a large number of my colleagues standing down at the next election, I encourage future members to become nature champions and advocate for a stronger environment that will benefit us all. 18:00”
“Invertebrates are an essential part of the ecology of our freshwater system. They play a vital role in maintaining water quality, breaking down organic matter and balancing the food web. Freshwater invertebrates depend on a healthy river to survive and are sensitive to pollution, shifts in temperature and habitat degradation. That makes them useful as an early warning system, indicating a river’s health. Unfortunately, our rivers are under threat, and it is important that we understand the impact of those threats in order to tackle them. On top of those long-standing pressures, climate change is now accelerating the damage that is being done. Extreme weather events alter rainfall patterns and rising temperatures are putting our freshwater ecosystem at risk. Those changes do not just affect wildlife but increase risks for communities.”
“More work must be done, and initiatives such as nature champions are a step in the right direction. That is why I am proud to be the champion for rivers: one of the most vital parts of our ecosystem, and one that we must recover if we are to reverse biodiversity loss. At a local level, I see both the challenges and opportunities for improvement at first hand. I currently convene the Esk river improvement group in my constituency, where we bring together stakeholders to investigate how we can further improve and advance the quality of water for river users and wildlife. That work has only reinforced for me how central rivers are as biodiversity hotspots across Scotland, and their huge role in supporting a range of insects, fish, birds and mammals. One often-overlooked part of the picture is freshwater invertebrates.”
“thank John Mason for bringing this important debate to the chamber. The nature champions initiative encourages members of the Scottish Parliament to champion threatened and iconic species and habitats, raising awareness and promoting action to protect our environment. I am proud to be involved with the initiative as the champion for rivers, and my contribution will focus on why rivers matter and why they need our urgent attention. The Parliament should be proud that more than 100 MSPs are currently nature champions, and debates like this are essential to highlight the importance of environmentalism. That context matters, because the scale of the challenge that is facing our natural environment is stark. The motion for debate refers to a worrying report “that one in nine species are at risk of national extinction”.”
“In order for the bill to achieve its aims and improve public safety, it must include the implementation of a regulatory body. The committee has raised concerns about the ability of Healthcare Improvement Scotland to enforce the bill, and I urge the Government to take note of those concerns. If the bill passes at stage 1, it is vital that we take the entire industry with us. We have an opportunity to make the industry safer and better regulated, and we must grasp that opportunity with sensitivity and understanding. The Deputy Presiding Officer: We come to the final speaker in the open debate. 16:33”
“Non-medics must be able to transition with Government-approved training. I urge the UK Government to work constructively with the Scottish Government on that point. The committee makes it plain that there is still vital work to be done to ensure that the bill works, and I agree that it lacks certain important, clear definitions. How many supervising clinicians must be on site? What exactly does supervision mean? Such points need to be tightened up to avoid exploitation. If the bill does not work as hoped, I fear the unintended consequences for the industry. Mass closure of businesses and an increase in running costs and, thus, customer prices might drive practitioners underground and create an unwelcome black market, which would greatly increase the risk to the public.”
“However, some of the practitioners I have met have undertaken extensive training in aesthetic anatomy; meanwhile, someone with a medical qualification that is unrelated to aesthetics could complete a shorter course and be legally allowed to perform those procedures without having the same specialised skill and experience. That is not to say that either non-medics or those with medical qualifications are more qualified; it is simply that we need a smart approach to who can perform the procedures. I understand that the Scottish Government cannot implement training standards without the consent of the UK Government, due to the United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020. I note that the minister has written to her UK Government equivalent, to determine how both Governments can collaborate.”
“In that respect, it is disappointing to be told that, due to insufficient data collection, we do not truly know the impact that botched procedures have on our NHS. That area needs to be improved. If the bill proceeds to stage 2, we must ensure that safe non-medical practitioners can transition and continue to practise. I hosted a round table late last year with a number of non-medical practitioners, who told me of their concerns. Some have paid upwards of £30,000 towards training and even more to ensure that their salon is up to standard. With the lack of a training framework in the bill, they face an uncertain future. On the face of it, we would assume that everyone with a medical qualification would be more capable of providing those procedures than someone without one.”
“Like many other members in the chamber, I have received correspondence from medical aesthetic practitioners and non- medical aesthetic practitioners. Between both groups, one message is consistent—the need to ensure public safety. I will support the principles of the bill at stage 1, but with the expectation that amendments are made to ensure that we reach the correct balance that ensures public safety. One botched procedure is one too many, and it can have life-altering effects. We must eliminate cowboy practitioners who have inadequate or, indeed, no training. I have seen horrific photos of procedures that have gone wrong, which also result in additional work for our hard-pressed NHS staff.”
“Colin Beattie: In Midlothian North and Musselburgh, many of my constituents in park homes are living in difficult circumstances as they await progress on this issue. With that in mind, what additional funding has been allocated to support the adaptations system? Màiri McAllan: I appreciate the point that Colin Beattie makes, and I again point him to the work that we are doing to ensure that a review is undertaken. It is worth putting on the record, in respect of his question on costs, that, in this year’s budget, we more than doubled the registered social landlords’ adaptation budget to £20.9 million, and our draft budget for the coming financial year maintains that. The Presiding Officer: We have time for question 8, if we are brief. National Health Service (Whistleblowing) 8.”
“To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on action 20 of the housing to 2040 strategy to “streamline and accelerate the adaptations system”. (S6O-05473) The Cabinet Secretary for Housing (Màiri McAllan): During stage 3 of the Housing (Scotland) Bill, I restated our commitment to reviewing the housing adaptations system. That review will consider how the process can be streamlined to enable people who need adaptations to access them quickly and easily. My officials have been working to develop the workstreams to take that forward. I can inform the chamber that an advisory group of key stakeholders has been established, the first meeting of which will take place on 11 February. Engagements will continue over the coming months, and a report and recommendations are expected to be produced in the autumn.”
“To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it had with non- medical aesthetic practitioners regarding training opportunities for the sector in advance of the introduction of the Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill. (S6O-05440)”
“We also recognised that the public sector reform process may make delivering public audit more challenging for Audit Scotland—for example, if there are delays in public bodies’ readiness to be audited, or if public bodies are merged, created or closed. The final allocation rests with the Scottish Government, but I highlight our conclusion that we are, on balance, content with Audit Scotland’s 2026-27 budget proposal of £16,207,000. The Deputy Presiding Officer: I call Clare Adamson, who joins us remotely. 15:58”
“The commission has rightly explored whether those savings contribute to fiscal sustainability, given that the largest elements, such as the vacancy factor and reductions in staffing, are non-recurring. Non-recurring savings can help to address short-term budget pressures, but they do not strengthen the underlying financial position. That creates a challenge, as achieving savings of a similar scale in future years may require new measures. Of the £2,135,000 in efficiency savings identified, only the reduction in property costs of £220,000 is recurring, meaning that just a small proportion of the savings improves the baseline financial position year on year. In our report, we noted that that is a challenge faced across the public sector.”
“A detailed business case was sought for the audit modernisation project to ensure that investment decisions were grounded in evidence of long-term value. In addition, we strengthened our challenge function by holding extra informal meetings to explore financial assumptions in greater depth. Those actions have ensured that Audit Scotland has generated the comprehensive financial information needed to support informed judgments about fiscal sustainability. The commission also sought clearer evidence on how efficiency savings are achieved and underspends avoided. Audit Scotland identified in the 2026-27 budget £2,135,000 in efficiency savings. Those savings represent 5.2 per cent of its overall budget and arise from a range of measures, including a 5 per cent vacancy factor and reductions in staffing numbers and property costs.”
“We have asked to be kept updated should any of those risks materialise. The overarching theme of the debate is fiscal sustainability. Throughout this parliamentary session, the commission’s enhanced scrutiny of Audit Scotland’s budget proposals has been central to strengthening the fiscal transparency required for sustainable public finances. By seeking greater clarity on Covid-19-related funding, proposed audit fee increases and the resources allocated to support the Accounts Commission, we have ensured that budget proposals contain the level of detail needed to assess their long-term affordability and sustainability. Across the session, we also asked Audit Scotland for greater financial planning to allow year-on-year comparison.”
“Although that represents an 8.2 per cent increase in the funding required from the Scottish consolidated fund, equating to an additional £1,224,000, the budget proposal for 2026-27 includes one-off costs of £878,000 related to a project to modernise the approach to public audit. The underlying and recurring increase in funding from the Scottish consolidated fund is therefore £346,000, or 2.6 per cent. The budget will support the delivery of audits of around 230 public bodies, 30 performance audits and continued investment in audit modernisation. Audit Scotland said that its budget proposal has been prepared in the context of significant cost pressures and operational risks. It underlined, among other risks, future audit procurement costs and a pay award yet to be agreed.”
“I welcome the opportunity to contribute to the debate as the chair of the Scottish Commission for Public Audit. One of the commission’s main roles is to scrutinise Audit Scotland’s budget proposals and report to the Parliament on them. On Monday, we published our report on Audit Scotland’s budget proposal for 2026-27. Audit Scotland’s budget comes from two sources. It estimates that the fees that it charges to audited bodies will provide 62 per cent of its budget for 2026-27, and the remaining 38 per cent, which amounts to £16,207,000, will require to be funded from the Scottish consolidated fund.”
“To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what discussions it has had with the United Kingdom Government in relation to Crown immunity and the Scottish Prison Service. (S6O- 05332)”