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The fact that this matter appears to be being dealt with under legislation that might or might not be appropriate has been mentioned. It gives the laying power as section 2(4) of the Courts of Law Fees (Scotland) Act 1895. There is some doubt as to the relevance of that section, as opposed to section 40 of the Sheriff Courts (Scotland) Act 1907. Does the committee agree that we should seek clarification on that from the Executive?
Yes.
Definitely. I agree with Bristow Muldoon and Trish Godman.