It noted that a fuller review should be carried out in 2007when more data was available.The process adoptedby the SPCB included: analysis of the established pattern of visitors across theweek and take up of tours and retail; opening patterns at other UK and Europeanlegislatures; opening patterns at other Scottish visitor venues, in particular OurDynamic Earth and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.Taking into accountthese findings the SPCB also considered the savings resulting from closing on aSunday and the benefits this might achieve for the public purse and the Parliament.This includes a shift of resources and emphasis to increased public engagement innew areas such as education activities at Holyrood and in the community.Finally, the SPCBsatisfied itself that Monday – Saturday public opening, alongside members continuedoption of bringing in guests on a Sunday, offered a good range of visit...