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To ask the Scottish Executive whether planned or currently operating opencast coal mines impact or will impact on protected sites and, if so, what those impacts are.
Even if a designation were in place, an appropriately sited development could take place. Development can take place in national parks and can be considered even in Natura 2000 sites, subject to appropriate mitigation.
Bob Doris spoke about his constituent Liz, her dignified and absolute determination to fight and of her expression of willingness to find practical solutions.
Your creative suggestion was, in essence, “Bring back Alex Neil and all will be back on track.” The Government has expressed some interest in the engagement that we have had to date.
Many other issues are addressed by the Scottish Human Rights Commission report—more than I can do credit to today. I thank it for carrying out that important work.
The Scottish Conservatives lodged dozens of amendments. I also give credit to Sarah Boyack, Monica Lennon and, indeed, the SNP MSP Ben Macpherson for their constructive suggestions.