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I have been keen to ensure that, as we allocate new money—such as the new money that was announced yesterday for looked-after children—we express where the money is going rather than concerning ourselves with the amount of money that is being made available.
English national park representatives who have visited us have pointed out that areas that are just outside national parks are strongly disadvantaged when it comes to tourism.
For example, the Northern Ireland Assembly's Committee of the Centre has just completed its report; indeed, the committee visited Scotland and conducted a public session, taking evidence from me and the clerks.
For example, the Northern Ireland Assembly's Committee of the Centre has just completed its report; indeed, the committee visited Scotland and conducted a public session, taking evidence from me and the clerks.
It might be useful if we could publish our report a couple of weeks before the minister's visit on 31 October. I understand that Professor Shucksmith is available to come along on 3 October, so we should be able to finalise the report by the time you suggest.
When we consult later this year on a green jobs strategy, we will seek views from all interested parties on how best to gain new business and new jobs from pursuing sustainable development and putting that at the heart of our drive for economic growth.It is clear that the picture is varied.
Last week, the Education, Culture and Sport Committee visitedNew Lanark. I am sorry that its Tory member did not join us, because there was a lot to be learned there about what we are discussing today.
Over and above that, in the past 12 months Fife Council has been awarded £5.6 million from the housing estates regeneration fund for new-build projects in regeneration areas.
(S2F-2385) Our Government is working closely with airport operators and scheme promoters to ensure the successful delivery of those projects, and we will work with any new partners should that be necessary.