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The figure for the reduction of alcohol-attributable deaths in the first year was 39; now it is 26. The figure for hospital admissions over 10 years is down by 38 per cent.
It also confers a power to change the list of persons who may report an alleged breach to the Commissioner under new section 44E. At Stage 2, new section 44M(1)(c) has been added to allow Scottish Ministers to modify the maximum amount of a fine which may be imposed under section 44H(1) or new section 44IA(4)(b).
Introduce legislation to make it a requirement for swift bricks to be installed in all new developments in Scotland, and include swifts in building surveys.
Politicisation of the post-legislative scrutiny process
A number of officials argued that post-legislative scrutiny could be included in Stage 1 debates on new bills in order to look back and help shape the new bill before them (Interview O5).
The power to create new benefits
Opposition amendments at stage 2 sought to transpose the power to create new social security benefits in areas of devolved responsibility into the bill.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
18 August 2015
As announced on Thursday 13 August, during my visit to Shetland, a comprehensive study of the Northern Isles service is to be carried out to inform the tender process for the next contract.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
17 February 2015
I have had discussions on health and safety with industry and workforce representatives in many of the meetings I’ve had with them, particularly during the 60 days’ worth of visits I have made to Aberdeen since my appointment as minister.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
13 November 2014
Both the welfare of the big cats and public safety have been considered and continue to be of paramount importance. A number of visits have been made by the council to inspect the facilities being used to house the animals and all welfare requirements have been met and recommendations followed.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
18 September 2014
In the meantime, NHS Lothian has approached the immunology service in Newcastle to discuss a short term visiting service to ensure that Lothian patients are seen by someone with the relevant expertise.