Good morning and welcome to the Justice Committee’s 26th meeting in 2015. I ask everyone to switch off their mobile phones and other electronic devices because they interfere with the broadcasting system even when they are switched to silent. Apologies have been received from Gil Paterson; I welcome Michael Russell, who is attending the committee as his substitute—he has promised to behave.
Under item 1, I invite Michael Russell to declare any interests that are relevant to the committee.
I have no relevant interests, but I note that the petition about Megrahi involves Iain McKie, with whom I have written a book. I thought that I should put that on the record.
As far as my promises are concerned, Christine, you know that I never keep them.
You should call me “convener”.
I have never seen you before, convener.
In relation to item 3, I refer to my entry in the register of members’ interests as a member of the Faculty of Advocates.
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