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We could then see whether we get an answer. I will put forward a fourth point of view. My reason for not wanting to call the minister before is that he would have to come before us next Tuesday.
I will consider whether issues of procedure need to be addressed and report back to the committee on that, too. The points that I made were in no way critical of you, minister.
We know that situations change and that ministers must have some flexibility to deal with that. We have conceded the point in the past that legislation should contain such a provision.
Do we agree that we will consult the organisations that are listed on the paper, while taking on board the point that was raised by several members about getting down to a more local level in relation to voluntary sector support?
There are technicalities concerning who is entitled to be invited, but I hope that we can engage in constructive dialogue at that level.My last point relates to another item of future business.
I would like him to confirm that he has given consideration to the ideas behind Phil Gallie's amendments and will take them into account. The two points that Mrs McIntosh has made will be covered in the Executive amendments.
He will give a presentation on the Ethical Standards in Public Life etc (Scotland) Bill from the group's point of view and answer questions. I am sorry that we are rushing you in—at one point I thought that we were running late, but we have made up some time.
That is not necessarily a bad thing, particularly given the elements of disagreement that we have had today in the chamber, but Chris Ballance raised some interesting points about the broader issues and the importance of green space.