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This is the first time that I have had to deal with a point of order on a bogus point of order—which is, therefore, itself almost a bogus point of order.
The point of practice—that we are equipped to answer any points that arise—is an important one.Are we agreed that the Parliament's attention need not be drawn to the regulations that are before us today?
The incentive to deliver higher levels of achievement can clearly be evidenced across the wider public sector, and the positive dynamic of continuous improvement has been strengthened by the introduction of best-value audits in local government and the development of best-value principles across public services.
We are currently revising our plan of action for alcohol, which will commit us to a range of actions and to ensuring that we have the best, most up-to-date information and access to the best, most up-to-date research.
Scotland to undertake further work is to consider the best way of developing those initiatives in a way that best meets the needs and aspirations of young people who are looked after.
I have conveyed my thanks to our previous convener, Mr MacAskill. I wish Margo MacDonald all the best in her new role. I wish Ian Jenkins and Bristow Muldoon the best of luck in completing the course.