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Wherever possible, we use passivhaus principles for our housing developments. We want to ensure, as best we can, that housing running costs are reduced as much as possible.
I guess that there is just one challenge to flag up. We can do our best to make sure that our candidate pool is the best that it can be, but we also need to focus on making sure that those candidates are selected and then elected, and that they can continue in their role.
As I said, those resources are already available for local schools, and it is for them to decide, based on what is best for their area. I will add to my previous response.
If Scotland is to attract the brightest and best—whether that is students or people in research and development and staff—we absolutely need to have a welcoming structure for the people who would like to come here.
Questions and Answers
Date lodged:
31 January 2024
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to ensure that all legal predator control is carried out in a way that is consistent with best practice in animal welfare standards.
Questions and Answers
Date lodged:
1 December 2021
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its work, outlined in the Programme for Government, to determine how best to support new and young entrants into farming.
To those who are seeking re-election, my very best wishes for the days ahead. I will now have the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends, who have supported me throughout this incredible journey—throughout this privilege.