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That is an important development.The other point is that, as Damian Sharp mentioned, Transdev has been appointed as—I suppose this is the best description of its role—the operator-in-waiting.
The minister said that he wishes to protect all Scotland's wildlife and I could not agree with him more. We have heard talk from SNH on how best to achieve that end.
That is what influences the cost element of value for money, separately from quality. I take the Auditor General's point about best value involving quality.
Members have had the opportunity to read the papers relating to the code of conduct. Perhaps the people who are best placed to advise us are those who have to live by the code daily, so a good starting point would be for us to consult other members.
Lobbying organisations should bear that point in mind.In speaking to the amendment, the minister talked sensitively about her views and about her relationships with disability organisations across Scotland.