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That was confirmed by the First Minister’s answer to my colleague Russell Findlay on 22 May, when he reiterated that “It remains open to prosecutors to prosecute a young person if they have committed a serious offence.”
I have also made clear to my officials that I would like their advice before the end of May, as I understand that the work has been on-going for some time, with Scottish Government support and funding.
Although I do not disagree with Brian Whittle about the importance of the subject, progress is being made, and the facts bear that out. I may come to regret saying this, but Brian Whittle is absolutely right— Now, now.
Given the level of underreporting, those may be just the tip of the iceberg. I have heard horrendous accounts about how frightening it is to be a female patient at Carseview.
Given the level of concern from trade unions on some of the employability and fair work measures that may or may not happen if Labour is elected, I wait to see what happens in reality.
I know that we are due to take evidence from Nicola Sturgeon a bit later—I think, towards the end of May. Do we have any information about whether she has indicated that she still plans to attend on that date?