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I represent many areas that cannot get European assistance, so from my perspective, the scheme will be welcome.My question follows on from what Cathy Jamieson said.
We are therefore trying to reorganise the processes and to have more locally based consultation forums that can focus more on communities of interest. That may let us get into more detail and get away from big headline consultations.
The minister was also arguing to legislate for a small minority.We have to get the balance right. I do not think that we should pass laws on the basis of what a small bad minority might get up to—unless in doing so we do not injure the rights of the majority of people who are genuine carers and who look after their r...
We know that that is key if ministers and Parliament are to secure the confidence of people in Scotland and to get the balance right between scrutiny and allowing people to get on and do their job.