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[The Convener opened the meeting at 14:07]
Although we are still waiting for some people to arrive, it is time to start our meeting. I have apologies from Euan Robson, who cannot be here. Kate McLean, who is a member of this committee, is also the convener of the Equal Opportunities Committee, which is taking evidence this afternoon on the Ethical Standards in Public Life etc (Scotland) Bill, so it was always highly unlikely that she would be able to attend this meeting. Other members are finding their way here by various means. One of them represents the Black Isle, so I suppose that we should cut her a little slack.