1. Choice of Convener:

The Committee chose Kenneth Gibson as Convener.

Following being chosen as Convener, Kenneth Gibson reaffirmed he had no relevant interests to declare.

2. Scottish Government's public service reform programme:

The Committee took evidence from—

Sarah Watters, Director of Membership and Resources, COSLA;

Cleland Sneddon, Chief Executive, South Lanarkshire Council, representing SOLACE Scotland.

3. Work programme (In Private):

The Committee considered and agreed its work programme.

4. Public administration - effective Scottish Government decision-making (In Private):

The Committee considered and agreed a draft report. The Committee also agreed the arrangements for its publication.