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However, I propose to allow scope for operators to bring their own vessel solutions where we have identified a need for new vessels to replace older ships or expand the range of services during a five-year contract period.
In rising to move amendment S1M-1320.1, I think that it would first be appropriate for me to congratulate the new Minister for Social Justice and the new Deputy Minister for Social Justice on their appointments.
We might have to return to the matter in the new session of Parliament. I say on behalf of my colleagues that it is not a satisfactory situation for any of us to be in—yourselves, ourselves and the Parliament.
It believes that that will help all stakeholders to become involved when we manage and plan schemes, so that we take a more strategic approach to managing flood risk as well as new types of flood defences. Work on that continues and I hope that we will consult on that in the summer.
The consequential amendment will ensure that the new enforcement provisions are applied to the control of demolition in conservation areas, as is the case with other legislation on listed building consent.I mentioned earlier other secondary legislation in relation to the removal of Crown immunity.
Professor Calder's report recommends that the Queen Mother's hospital should close before the new hospital opens. It has been said that that will leave a serious situation at Yorkhill, which will be a stand-alone hospital.