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SPICe briefings Date published: 20 August 2021

Equalities and Human Rights: Subject Profile - Equality and human rights in the Budget process

This builds on recommendations from the Equalities and Human Rights Committee3Equalities and Human Rights Committee. (2018, November 26). Getting Rights Right: Human Rights and the Scottish Parliament.

Last updated: 7 March 2023

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Supported by: Tom Mason*, Michelle Ballantyne*, Maurice Corry*, Jamie Greene*, Jeremy Balfour*, Alexander Stewart*, Miles Briggs*, Peter Chapman*, Annie Wells*, Liz Smith*, Edward Mountain*, Liam McArthur*, Bill Bowman*, Margaret Mitchell*, Alison Harris*, Bill Kidd*, Clare Adamson*, Dean Lockhart* *S5M-14119 Michelle Ballantyne: Gala Remembers 2018 That the Parliament welcomes the — news that a programme of events has been announced as part of the Gala Remembers 2018 project, which is an initiative marking the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War; understands that 600 men from Galashiels, one in 14 of the town s male population, gave up their ’ lives in the conflict; recognises that a series of community organisations, led by the regeneration trust, Energise Galashiels, have come together to host exhibitions, lectures, film screenings, live music, light displays, street art and acts of remembrance, and commends all of the groups Brigade, the involved in the project, including the Borders Family History Society, the Boys’ Langlee Community Choir, the Galashiels Ex-Braw Lads and Lasses Association, Galashiels ’ Academy and the town s primary schools, camera club and community council. ’ Supported by: Liz Smith*, Maurice Corry*, Margaret Mitchell*, Jamie Greene*, Alexander Stewart*, Edward Mountain*, Annie Wells*, Miles Briggs*, Gordon Lindhurst*, Tom Mason*, Bill Bowman*, Jeremy Balfour*, Alison Harris*, Bill Kidd*, Clare Adamson*, Dean Lockhart* *S5M-14118 Michelle Ballantyne: Third Year of Project SEARCH at Borders General Hospital That the Parliament welcomes the news that the latest batch of interns have started — working at the Borders General Hospital as part of Project SEARCH; understands that NHS Borders, Scottish Borders Council and Borders College teamed up in 2016 to introduce a pilot scheme for people with learning disabilities; recognises that the one-year programme sees students undertake work experience rotations within the Borders General Hospital and local community hospitals; further recognises that this helps the students to acquire competitive, transferable and marketable job skills, as well as gain independence, confidence, and self-esteem; notes that the scheme is now in its third year and is going from strength to strength, helping young Friday 28 September 2018 16 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan people prepare for the world of work and access employment opportunities; commends everyone involved in the project, and wishes this year s students all the best on their placements. ’ Supported by: Liz Smith*, Alexander Stewart*, Margaret Mitchell*, Jamie Greene*, Maurice Corry*, Annie Wells*, Miles Briggs*, Gordon Lindhurst*, Tom Mason*, Edward Mountain*, Bill Bowman*, Jeremy Balfour*, Dean Lockhart* Motions and amendments which have attracted additional support S5M-14117 Alexander Stewart: Callum Bonner from Clackmannashire to Represent Team UK (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Annie Wells*, Maurice Corry*, Jamie Greene*, Jeremy Balfour*, Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson*, Dean Lockhart* S5M-14116 Angus MacDonald: 2018 European Day of Languages (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Kenneth Gibson*, Richard Lyle*, John Mason*, Angela Constance*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14115 Gil Paterson: Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Richard Lyle*, Tom Mason*, Jackie Baillie*, Fulton MacGregor*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14114 Gil Paterson: Golden Jubilee Hospital (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Sandra White*, Stewart Stevenson*, Stuart McMillan*, Richard Lyle*, Rona Mackay*, Jackie Baillie*, Emma Harper*, Joan McAlpine*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth*, Bob Doris* S5M-14113 Kezia Dugdale: Make 2nds Count (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Kenneth Gibson*, Bill Kidd*, Andy Wightman*, Richard Lyle*, Annie Wells*, Jackie Baillie*, Iain Gray*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14112 Ross Greer: Civilian Deaths in Yemen (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Pauline McNeill*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14110 Alexander Stewart: Alva Woman to Tackle Everest in Aid of Hearing Loss Charity (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14108 Alexander Stewart: Alva Academy Working Hard to Raise Funds for Macmillan (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14107 Stewart Stevenson: Launch of Seafit Programme in Peterhead (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* Friday 28 September 2018 17 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan S5M-14106 Sandra White: UN International Day of Older Persons (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Elaine Smith*, Shona Robison*, John Mason*, Angela Constance*, Alex Rowley*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14104 Kenneth Gibson: World Environmental Health Day 2018 (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: John Mason*, Angela Constance*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14102 Iain Gray: Celebrating the Boys Brigade at 135 (lodged on 26 September 2018) ’ New Support: Tom Mason*, Jackie Baillie*, Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14099 Liam McArthur: Orkney Men's Shed (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Kenneth Gibson*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14098 Bill Bowman: Dundee Tech Supremo Honoured for Contribution to His Country (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson*, Shona Robison* S5M-14097 Daniel Johnson: Report on Autistic Children's Experiences of School (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay*, Jackie Baillie*, Alex Rowley*, Monica Lennon*, John Finnie* S5M-14096 Peter Chapman: Peterhead Port Authority's Gold Award (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14095 Bob Doris: New Community Hub in Springburn (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Richard Lyle*, Rona Mackay*, James Dornan*, Sandra White*, Joan McAlpine*, Gordon Lindhurst*, Bill Kidd*, Fulton MacGregor*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14094.2 Maurice Corry: Scottish Government Support for Veterans and the Armed Forces Community in Scotland (lodged on 26 September 2018) New Support: Dean Lockhart* S5M-14093 Rachael Hamilton: RDA Border Group, 50 Years of Supporting Disabled People (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14091 (lodged on 25 September 2018) Gillian Martin: Collieston Community Café New Support: Angela Constance*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14090 Bill Kidd: UN International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Fulton MacGregor*, Clare Adamson*, John Mason* Friday 28 September 2018 18 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan S5M-14086 Annie Wells: The Pot Still Bar in Glasgow Wins Prestigious AA Scottish Pub of the Year Award (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14084 Claudia Beamish: Paths for All Awards (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14083 Kezia Dugdale: Nevertheless, She Persisted (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Jackie Baillie*, Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14082 Alexander Burnett: Men s Shed is One of the Fastest Growing Initiatives in the ’ World (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr* S5M-14081 Alison Harris: Falkirk Ladies Circle Approaches its Diamond Anniversary (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Liam Kerr*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14077 Fulton MacGregor: The Mad Batter Bakery and Coffee Shop Award (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Jenny Gilruth* S5M-14076 Ross Greer: Bearsden Academy, Debating Matters Scotland Champions (lodged on 25 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14074 Christine Grahame: Regenerating Penicuik (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14072 Michelle Ballantyne: Doddie Weir Receives Edinburgh Award (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14069 Keith Brown: Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey Launched (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance* S5M-14068 Alexander Stewart: Alloa Teacher Retires After 40 Years of Faithful Service (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14065 Gordon Lindhurst: The Centre Livingston, Bee Conservation Project (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14064 Ruth Maguire: Ayrshire Cancer Support's Cheering Volunteering Awards (lodged on 24 September 2018) Friday 28 September 2018 19 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan New Support: Kenneth Gibson*, George Adam*, Richard Lyle* S5M-14063 Ruth Maguire: Fullarton Community Hub s First Anniversary (lodged on 24 ’ September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14062 Ruth Maguire: Natalie Smith's Inspirational Speech at Race (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14060 (lodged on 24 Ruth Maguire: Jimmy Walker raises £2,170 for Alzheimer Scotland September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14053 David Torrance: Fife Awarded Most Enterprising Place in Britain Accolade (lodged on 24 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14052 Alasdair Allan: Isle of Harris Distillery Named Scottish Gin Distillery of the Year 2018 (lodged on 21 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14051 Tavish Scott: Celebrating the BIG Takeover (lodged on 21 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* R S5M-14049 Bill Kidd: BT Murrayfield and Scotstoun Shortlisted for Prestigious Award (lodged on 21 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14044 Clare Adamson: Volvo Motherwell's Apprentice of the Year (lodged on 21 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance* S5M-14043 John Mason: A Cowardly, Heinous and Despicable Act (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14042 Jenny Gilruth: Blair Hendry, Electrical Apprentice of the Year Finalist (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14041 Jenny Gilruth: Nicholas Russell s 500-mile Walk (lodged on 20 September 2018) ’ New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14040 Jenny Gilruth: Glenrothes Church Receives Big Lottery Funding (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* Friday 28 September 2018 20 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan S5M-14039 Jenny Gilruth: School of Hard Knocks Receive Big Lottery Funding (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14038 Jenny Gilruth: Arden House Projects Receives Big Lottery Funding (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14037 Angela Constance: The Almond Housing Association's Housing First for Youth Project (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14036 John Finnie: Colin Baillie, Freeman of the City of Inverness (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14035 Claudia Beamish: CCI Lanark Shortlisted at RSPB Awards (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Gordon Lindhurst*, Stuart McMillan*, Monica Lennon*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14034 Rona Mackay: Recycle Week 2018 (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14031 Elaine Smith: Challenge Poverty Week (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Anas Sarwar*, Angela Constance*, Neil Findlay*, Gil Paterson*, Liam McArthur*, John Mason*, Sandra White*, Maurice Golden*, Alexander Stewart*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14030 Stewart Stevenson: John Stewart Quality Butchers' Scottish Craft Butchers Success (lodged on 21 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14029 Bob Doris: Maryhill Integration Network (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14028 Bob Doris: Citywise Mentoring Ltd (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14027 Gordon MacDonald: Edinburgh Rated Top Cultural and Creative City (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-14026 Gail Ross: Caithness Broch Project (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Angela Constance*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14025 Gail Ross: A Buzz of Excitement (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* Friday 28 September 2018 21 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan S5M-14023 Stuart McMillan: River Clyde Homes Wins National Award (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Jackie Baillie*, Clare Adamson* S5M-14016 Angela Constance: Innovative Recycling Plant Opening in Livingston (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14015 Bob Doris: New Rhythms for Glasgow (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14014 Jenny Gilruth: Chantal Mrimi from Glenrothes, Woman of the Year 2018 (lodged on 20 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14010 Gail Ross: Golspie Community Spirit (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14009 Gail Ross: Ross-shire Paralympic Hopeful (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14008 Bruce Crawford: Croftamie Nursery Hailed by Care Inspectorate (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14007 Kenneth Gibson: Official Opening of the Octopus Centre in Lamlash, Arran (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14005 Annie Wells: Local Butcher, Donnie Shaw, Reaches Target for Defibrillator (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-14003 Gordon MacDonald: Biggest Ever Kiltwalk (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay* S5M-14000 Bob Doris: Marie Curie Delivers Essential Palliative Support (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay* S5M-13999 Angela Constance: Knightsridge Primary School Thanks Artists for Mural of Kindness (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13998 Emma Harper: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Week (lodged on 19 September 2018) Friday 28 September 2018 22 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13997 Alexander Stewart: 100 Supercars' Charity Convoy Marks 100 Years of the RAF (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13996 Jackie Baillie: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Misled the Public on the Breast Service Review (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay* S5M-13992 Fulton MacGregor: 59th Anniversary of the Auchengeigh Colliery Disaster (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-13990 Gil Paterson: Brides in the City (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13982 Christine Grahame: Galashiels Goes Extreme (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13970 Colin Beattie: Rosewell Development Trust (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson*, Neil Findlay* S5M-13968 Shona Robison: Douglas Community Spaces Group (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13966 Maureen Watt: Deeside Food Festival (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13962 Keith Brown: Duncan Scott, Scottish Sportsperson of the Year (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay* S5M-13951 Gail Ross: Welcoming New Highland Council Chief Executive (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13950 Christine Grahame: Stow Primary School Disrupters (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13947 Colin Smyth: Ash Trees in Scotland (lodged on 18 September 2018) New Support: Mark Ruskell* S5M-13944 Gordon MacDonald: New Cycle Hire Scheme (lodged on 17 September 2018) Friday 28 September 2018 23 Today's Business Future Business Motions & Questions Legislation Other Gnothaichean an-diugh Gnothaichean ri teachd Gluasadan agus Ceistean Reachdas Eile Motions | Gluasadan New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13941 Sandra White: Kelvingrove Community Tennis Club (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13937 Angela Constance: Frank Mitchell Succeeds John F McClelland at Skills Development Scotland (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13934 Christine Grahame: Scottish Land Fund Award to Penicuik Storehouse (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13930 Keith Brown: Wee County Veterans Group Celebrates Third Anniversary (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13920 David Stewart: World Diabetes Day 2018 (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13918 Ross Greer: The Church of Scotland Celebrates Young People (lodged on 17 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13917 Alex Cole-Hamilton: Corstorphine Climate Action (lodged on 19 September 2018) New Support: Neil Findlay* S5M-13910 Keith Brown: Impact of Deductions from Universal Credit Payments (lodged on 13 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13906 Angus MacDonald: Big Roman Week Festival 2018 (lodged on 13 September 2018) New Support: Clare Adamson* S5M-13905 Margaret Mitchell: Paws.

Committee reports Date published: 15 January 2026

Stage 1 Report on the Digital Assets (Scotland) Bill - Why legislation is needed

Retrieved from https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/official-report/search-what-was-said-in-parliament/ssblrc-26-11-2025?meeting=16714

Committee reports Date published: 24 September 2025

Proposed Good Food Nation Plan: Scrutiny by the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee - Local authority resources

Official Report, 2 September 2025, Col 26 In Nourish Scotland's oral evidence to the Committee, Anna Chworow said that the Good Food Nation Bill's Financial Memorandum had not provided clarity on resourcing its implementation by authorities.

Committee reports Date published: 9 July 2025

Inquiry Into Financial Considerations When Leaving an Abusive Relationship - Homelessness prevention and housing options

Homelessness prevention and housing options The SRG noted a real lack of temporary, safe accommodation for victim/survivors, and that women are still being inappropriately placed in mixed accommodation, even after having experienced domestic abuse.Key themes from lived experience engagement with members of Scottish Women's Aid Survivor Reference Group: 26 ...

Committee reports Date published: 10 January 2025

Subordinate Legislation: The Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Additional Amount: Transactions relating to second homes etc.) (Scotland) Amendment Order 2024 - The draft Order

The SFC forecasts that this increase will raise an additional £32 million in 2025-26. As a provisional affirmative Order, this SSI came into force on 5 December 2024.

SPICe briefings Date published: 6 December 2024

Scottish Budget 2025-26 - Review of infrastructure investment plans

In correspondence to the Finance and Public Administration Committee in September 2024, the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government noted that: As you are aware, the Scottish Government had committed to publish its reset Infrastructure pipeline alongside Budget 2025-26. The announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer of a one-year budget in October 2024 means however that, while we will have some certainty on the 2025-26 capital grant by the time of our Budget announcement, we will not have confirmation of the 2026-27 capital grant until after the UK Government’s multi-year comprehensive spending review, which is not due to conclude until Spring 2025.

SPICe briefings Date published: 23 March 2021

Health inequality and COVID-19 in Scotland - Health inequalities in 2019

The most recent pre-COVID-19 figures cover 2019.1Scottish Government. (2021, January 26). Long term monitoring of health inequalities: January 2021 report.

SPICe briefings Date published: 8 March 2021

Scottish Tourism and COVID-19 - Policy delivery and role of government

Retrieved from <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/travel-logistics-and-infrastructure/our-insights/reimagining-the-9-trillion-tourism-economy-what-will-it-take" target="_blank">https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/travel-logistics-and-infrastructure/our-insights/reimagining-the-9-trillion-tourism-economy-what-will-it-take</a> [accessed 26 February 2021] indicate that it will take years for tourism demand to return to 2019 levels, which means that overcapacity could be the new normal in the medium term.

Committee reports Date published: 21 December 2017

Stage 1 Report on the Civil Litigation (Expenses and Group Proceedings) (Scotland) Bill - Regulation of claims management companies

r=11165&mode=pdf</a> The Committee also heard evidence that, in the last 18 months, 16 new claims management companies in Scotland had registered with Companies House.3Justice Committee. (2017, September 26).

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