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In our manifesto we committed to implementing the stepped care approach to support for adults with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD, as proposed by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. This will expand support to meet people’s needs, whether or not they have a diagnosis, and make accessing support easier by shifting care to community services.

Within the first 100 days of this Parliament, we will meet with stakeholders to agree a route map and timeline for implementation.

To ensure capital funding is targeted effectively, we are working with all health boards to develop a whole-system NHS infrastructure plan for Scotland, which will inform future investment priorities.

As part of this, we are taking forward a primary care infrastructure investment strategy, as set out in the Infrastructure Delivery Pipeline published on 13 January 2026. An initial tranche of 12 priority areas has been identified, based on health needs, population demographics and the condition of the existing estate, with work on three projects commencing immediately:

1. Port Glasgow; 2 East Calder and East Livingston; 3 Cowdenbeath and Lochgelly

Followed by:
•South/West Edinburgh
•Edinburgh City
•Cumbernauld area of Lanarkshire
•Hamilton area of Lanarkshire
•South Glasgow, Langside
•East Dunbartonshire
•West area of Ayr
•Inverness and Nairn
•Kincardine

This programme includes the development of a sustainable revenue funding model to support further investment in primary and community care infrastructure, including a network of local care and wellbeing centres across Scotland. To accelerate delivery, business case development and the revenue model will be progressed in parallel.

On current assumptions, construction is expected to begin from around 2031.

The Scottish Government unequivocally condemns any form of hatred, prejudice or intimidation, including anti-Protestant incidents or attacks. It is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Therefore, we must all play our part to challenge it.

Scotland is a diverse, multi-cultural society and this diversity strengthens us as a nation. That is why we work cooperatively with a range of organisations throughout the country to tackle all forms of hatred and prejudice.

The former Minister for Victims and Community Safety met with representatives of the Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland, with engagement continuing at both ministerial and official level throughout 2025 and into early 2026.

Transport Scotland continues to work with Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), Glasgow City Council and other regional partners in the development of Clyde Metro. The ongoing stage of the development process, known as the Case for Investment, is being led by SPT, with Transport Scotland providing a project assurance role.

As part of its project assurance role on Clyde Metro, Transport Scotland engages with Glasgow City Council on a regular basis. Most recently, Transport Scotland officials attended the Clyde Metro Programme Steering Group on 23 April 2026, and senior officials met with the Chief Executive of Glasgow City Council on 11 May 2026 to discuss Clyde Metro.

I refer the member to the answer to question S7W-00342 on 5 June 2026. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers.

In the period since 24 June 2025, Scottish Government officials have held a series of discussions with HM Inspectorate of Education, COSLA, ADES, Local Government Home Education Leads and with parent and carer representatives of home educated children and young people. As referenced in our reply to PQ S7W-00574 on 1 June 2025 this review is in its discovery phase, including an initial focus on data scoping and investigation. With regards to the evaluation elements of the review, officials are currently liaising with HMIE and others to prepare further advice and options for Scottish Ministers on next steps.

All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers.

It remains an unwelcome reality that communities across Scotland experience health, quality of life and even life expectancy differently depending on their circumstances.

I refer the member to the answer to question S7W-00256 on 5 June 2026. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers.

The Scottish Government does not intend to further delay the introduction of the muirburn licensing scheme. The postponement last year of the scheme introduction has allowed for further consideration of stakeholder concerns and amendments to the muirburn licensing scheme through the Natural Environment (Scotland) Act 2026.

Our position is that muirburn policy must balance strategic wildfire prevention, including firebreaks, targeted fuel-load reduction, and a landscape-scale, risk-based approach, with the need to protect and restore Scotland’s peatlands. The licensing scheme is intended to do this by ensuring muirburn is carried out by trained people, in line with the Muirburn Code, and only where it is safe, justified and environmentally responsible.

Recent advice from NatureScot’s Scientific Advisory Committee sets out that licensing and strict compliance with the Code are the best way to reduce risks, including wildfire escapes and damage to carbon-rich peatland soils.

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