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In general, there is an assumption against creating a new public body set out in the MCF and for a new Commissioner role to be created, it would have to be shown that no existing body could perform the same functions. 9.
She further noted that:
the four nations thought that introducing regulations on single-use vapes would be the best first step, and that it would represent quite a large step in getting rid of the litter problem.
Pre-budget scrutiny 2025-26.
Pre-budget scrutiny 2025-26.
The Scottish Parliament examines what the Scottish Government is doing, makes new laws on devolved matters and debates the issues of the day..
These increase the flexibility for legislating and create more consistency among different benefits. In particular:
Best Start Grants and Best Start Foods are now forms of ‘Childhood Assistance’ and the separate category of ‘Early Years Assistance’ is repealed (amendments 15 to 23).