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I hear what Mike Rumbles says. Understanding may follow, but probably will not.There is a tension in the system that the debate may not have explored fully, which will continue to challenge health ministers of whatever complexion.
Therefore, if we are serious about addressing deprivation, we must address the issue that Wendy raised. May I challenge a couple of things that have been suggested?
We have an opportunity to change that situation through the resources that may become available over the next few years for the national regional sports facilities.
In real terms, there has been a 29 per cent fall in domestic electricity prices. Members may doubt me, but those are the figures given in the Electricity Association's press release of 21 January this year.
Indeed, the Audit Scotland report recognises the danger of relying on an image of public procurement when that may not be true. It says:"The danger is that decisions in favour of PFI procurement may be driven by stereotypes of poorly performing alternatives rather than good evidence of demonstrable benefit."
I am sorry—the clerk has corrected me as I may have misled members. We will come back to members on that point before Friday, as there may be a timetable for stage 2.
If Johann Lamont listens to the remarks that I have to make, she may learn something. She may direct her mind towards some constructive solutions, although I do not hold out any great hope.Clearly, Glasgow has many problems.