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Most of the committee conveners have put their own names down for the visit, but I did not do that. Maybe we should check whether Kenny has his press release ready for it yet.
I recognise the deep-seated problems that women in Cornton Vale— particularly those with children—experience. Already, family visits take place in far more relaxed settings, with appropriate child care support.
If members agree, I shall keep that invitation on hold, so that, when we begin to consider that subject, we can make that visit. Is the committee agreed?Members indicated agreement.
We recognise that it is often in the best interests of licensed premises to have private security but that it is certainly not in the best interests of society to put a police officer outside all licensed premises.
We must examine the evidence carefully and ensure that we have the best science possible. The committee would be very interested in that analysis when you have carried it out.