Members will know that the Scottish Executive has issued a consultation document on community budgeting with a response date of 14 June. We have been asked to consider whether we wish to respond to the consultation and, if so, whether we wish to consider limited written evidence and whether our report on social inclusion could refer to any conclusions on community budgeting. Do members want to make brief points on that recommendation?
We should take some written evidence on community budgeting, which should form part of our report on social inclusion and community participation. Those two issues are inseparable. Such information would be a valuable addition to our report.
I am intrigued by the list of possible consultees, particularly the Chief and Assistant Chief Fire Officers Association and the Association of Chief Police Officers of Scotland. I would welcome their contributions. What about the Association of Scottish Community Councils and even the Tenant Participation Advisory Service? As we are talking about community budgeting, community councils should have an opportunity to make a submission.
If members have comments on proposed witnesses or suggestions for witnesses, they may wish to e-mail the clerk, who can circulate those suggestions. Is that approach agreed?
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