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[The Deputy Convener opened the meeting at 10:03]
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to this meeting of the Enterprise and Lifelong Learning Committee. I am convening the meeting because, very sadly, Alex Neil's father died during the week. I think that the committee will want to join me in sending Alex our condolences on this sad occurrence.
I have also received apologies from Bill Butler, who is attending a funeral, too. As members are all aware, Nick Johnston, my Conservative colleague on the committee, has had a difficult period with his health. He has been going through a trying time and has in fact resigned from the committee. The intention is that his place will be taken by David Mundell. The necessary parliamentary motion to authorise that replacement will be moved tomorrow. If it proceeds without opposition, I hope that David will be able to join us for our next meeting. I welcome David Davidson, who is attending as an observer. We are pleased to see you here, David.