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I can come back to the committee with some practical examples of what has been done to date, if that would be helpful. We are treating the issue as a high priority—particularly given the First Minister’s focus on tackling violence and sexual abuse.
To supplement that evidence, researchers in the Scottish Government’s justice analytical services will work with relevant agencies and key stakeholders to explore and summarise up-to-date evidence on the nature and scale of prostitution in Scotland.
I acknowledge the work that has been done to date, but the survivors to whom I have spoken feel strongly that that money has not had a direct impact on their lives.
Perhaps we can discuss them at a future date. I am conscious that time is pressing, so I apologise for having to rush on with my speech.Parliament agreed to set up the crofting register under the Crofting Reform (Scotland) Act 2010.
I am trying to make the point that the success of the police force to date in pursuing those who are well in excess of the current limit is something that we should praise.
With the Presiding Officer’s discretion, I may draw my remarks to a conclusion before 14 minutes.All members know that Scotland has a date with destiny. We are moving inexorably towards the defining moment in our nation’s history.