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I want to share with the chamber my example of what early testing can do.A while ago, I was invited to visit Lloyds Pharmacy in Ferniehill in my constituency to see its new, free, diabetic testing service.
That creates opportunities and allows previously unacknowledged achievements to be recognised. The uptake of the new national qualifications has been greater than expected.
Although I appreciate that no one wants a situation in which primary legislation is needed to give these particular powers to any new authority that might be created, these powers are fairly draconian and I would welcome some balance.
They should avoid falling for lines such as: "You would if you loved me." If they are unsure of new acquaintances, they should go on a group date and have transport available or a taxi fare.