1. National Planning Framework 4 :

The Committee took evidence from—

Andy Kinnaird, Head of Transforming Planning and Fiona Simpson, Chief Planner, Scottish Government.

The following interests were declared—

Paul McLennan declared an interest as a councillor in East Lothian Council.

Elena Whitham declared an interest as a councillor in East Ayrshire Council.

Meghan Gallacher declared an interest as a councillor in North Lanarkshire Council.

2. National Planning Framework 4 (In Private):

The Committee considered evidence heard earlier in the meeting.