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Over the years, the hospital has been the subject of various closures—the maternity unit for example. I point out that I did not come to the issue with the view "Not in my back yard"; rather, I have spoken to various patients and families and represent their point of view.
When I went up to the library and looked at the maps I saw work 5A, and objected to it because it was across our ground. I take your point. I am probably not the best person to ask that question of; I am the environmental adviser on the scheme.
Officials from SEERAD, Forestry Commission Scotland and Scottish Natural Heritage are working together to ensure that an integrated package is developed. Our best guess would be for entry late in 2007.
I think that, despite the hubbub, I am entitled to try to respond to the point that the First Minister made. Our clear position is that we will not apologise for a possible model that includes tolling if that provides— Tolling!
This is a strategy document, so I do not want to get into detail. I will mention a couple of points that were raised this morning in discussions before the launch.