Question reference: S1W-00095
- Asked by: Elaine Smith, MSP for Coatbridge and Chryston, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 16 June 1999
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Current status: Answered by David Steel on 29 June 1999
Question
To ask the Presiding Officer what plans the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body has to make alternative arrangements for childcare provision, given that there is no creche facility available in the Parliament's temporary accommodation.
Answer
Prior to the election, a questionnaire was issued to all prospective candidates in an attempt to gauge the possible requirement for childcare provision in the Scottish Parliament. Based on the responses received, no arrangements were made.The question of allowances for Members has already been debated and agreed, and an allowances scheme is now in place. This does not include provision for assistance with childcare facilities. The SPCB will shortly undertake a further survey of Members, their staff and Parliamentary staff and, based on the results, consider what form of assistance, if any, can be made available.