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Wednesday in Parliament
Chamber business starts at 2pm on Wednesday and includes:
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Portfolio Questions
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Stage 3 Proceedings: Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill
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Stage 3 Proceedings: Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill
Decision Time is expected at 10pm.
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