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Members indicated agreement.Pre-budget Scrutiny 2025-26 Pre-budget Scrutiny 2025-26 Our next item is to take evidence as part of our pre-budget scrutiny for 2025-26.
There is an argument that a more limited level of assurance may be acceptable for smaller bodies • The best approach to Best Value in Local Government − the current Code integrates the annual audit of local authorities and the statutory duty of Best Value into one audit, meaning auditors must satisfy themselves that the local authority has made proper arrangements for securing Best Value.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
28 January 2025
To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-20923 by Maree Todd on 26 September 2023, whether it can provide an update on progress with the implementation of Anne's Law, and whether it will be in force by the end of 2025.
That a framework Code of Practice on grouse shooting be produced reflecting regulation specific to the sector and advising on best management practices. If statutory provisions are included, the Code would need approval by Scottish Ministers with SNH having oversight and ownership.
Where Parliament will have to come to a view is on what course of action will best protect women now and in the future, and what course of action will now keep women safe.
We're not likely to have a similar opportunity for some time, so we need to seize this opportunity to stimulate additional spend and visits. VisitScotland work with a number of partners to raise the profile of cycling tourism in Scotland.