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I wonder whether the goalposts have moved somewhat, because the new crossing, if and when it is built, will open a new context in terms of the finances involved and whether tolls will be necessary.
Many farmers in Aberdeenshire are asking why they cannot—in a one-off movement—move the animals that are outwith the farms back to the safety of their farms. They must visit the animals twice a day and they risk spreading the disease through moving backwards and forwards across the countryside.
I thank John Swinney for his kind wishes for the new year, and I reciprocate them—not only to him, but to you, Presiding Officer, and to all colleagues in the Parliament.
Erskine Bridge Tolls (PE546) The first new petition is PE546, regarding tolls on the Erskine bridge, which is from Mr Alan Douglas on behalf of Argyll and Bute Council, Renfrewshire Council and West Dunbartonshire Council.