To ask the Scottish Executive, in light of the research published recently in the Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons, volume 9, number 3, by GS Goldman and FE Yazbak confirming a rise in autism in Denmark following the introduction of the MMR vaccine, what steps are being taken to reintroduce single vaccines as an alternative to the MMR vaccine in Scotland. The weight of evidence, from studies around the world, confirms that MMR remains the safest and most effective way to protect children against these serious diseases, mumps, measles and rubella.The Executive has no plans to change the current policy in relation to MMR vaccine, on which it is advised by the UK Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation.