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Chamber and committees

Local Government and Communities Committee

Meeting date: Wednesday, September 9, 2020


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The Convener (James Dornan)

Good morning. I welcome everyone to the 21st meeting in 2020 of the Local Government and Communities Committee. Today, some of us are attending in person in committee room 6 of the Parliament, and some of us are attending remotely by videoconference.

Before we begin, I remind everyone that social distancing measures are in place in this room and across the Parliament. Please take care to observe those measures at all times this morning, including during breaks and when the meeting ends. I remind members in the room not to touch microphones or consoles during the meeting, because they will be operated remotely by broadcasting staff. Please ensure that all mobile phones are in silent mode.

At item 1, I welcome Gail Ross to the committee. Gail is attending today’s meeting by videoconference. I ask her to indicate whether she has any relevant interests to declare.

Thank you, convener, I am pleased to be able to join you. I have no relevant interests to declare today.