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That was a laudable aim. As some members of the committee may be aware, prior to that merger, I was head of the inspectorate, so I am not exactly totally objective in relation to all this.
Professor Scott, in your written submission, you say that you want “to highlight the risk that focusing too tightly on SIMD20 targets may inadvertently lead to efforts to tackle other forms of disadvantage being downgraded.
I think that there will be a number of benefits, but vulnerable consumers will need support if we are to ensure that they maximise the benefit. May I offer a slightly different take on the affordability issue?
On my right, Mr Johnstone is saying yes; that may be a general view. The simplest thing may be for me to read for the record what is on the table that was issued to committee members.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
28 November 2024
Whilst the recruitment and employment of teachers are matters for local authorities as the employer, the member may wish to be aware that teachers are not employed on zero-hour contracts.