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However, it is proper that I do that. We get feedback that shows that solicitors take note of what is said and study the points that I raise in opinions.
I know that this is a difficult issue and I understand the arguments that we will hear from Rhona Brankin about best value, financial constraints and new for old, but the people of the area are asking just one question—what are we getting?
I would contend that this Carbeth dispute is, in effect, the Grunwick of land reform. People wish to get something out of it; it has become a cause célèbre.
Bruce Crawford was chosen as convener. May I get a cup of coffee, convener? The meeting will close very shortly.I thank members very much for accepting my nomination as convener.
Will the minister put somebody competent in charge of that to push the issue forward? It is rare that we get a job advert and an application for the job in the same question.
We need more places where drug addicts in Scotland can get off drugs completely and be supported not just in rehabilitation but when they are back in the community.