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The First Minister may also seek an initial scoping investigation to assist him in deciding whether to refer the complaint to an Independent Investigator.
Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill Groupings of Amendments for Stage 2 This document provides procedural information which will assist in preparing for and following proceedings on the above Bill.
However, the report found that parents are more likely to register for free school meals if they have personal help to assist them through the registration process.
In terms of good practice and employee relations, I would expect there to be a consultation period with employees to provide an opportunity for all avenues to be explored.
Committee reports
Date published:
26 September 2025
The Winter Heating Assistance (Pension Age) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2025 [draft]
The Winter Heating Assistance (Pension Age) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2025 [draft] were laid on 25 August 2025.
One Member of the Committee asked the Cabinet Secretary about the agency agreements for Severe Disablement Allowance and Employment Injury Assistance. In response, the Cabinet Secretary advised that there is no requirement to devolve Severe Disablement Allowance and noted that a separate consultation process is being undertaken in relation to Employment Injury Assistance.
In advance of the Stage 1 debate on 13 May 2025, the Committee also worked with colleagues in Public Information to produce the Executive Summary of the Committee's Stage 1 report on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill in accessible formats, namely British Sign Language, Easy Read and Gaelic.
Petition Summary
Calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to introduce a new parking badge to assist women being able to get in and out their cars while they are pregnant, and for the initial months after their pregnancy..
Committee reports
Date published:
25 September 2024
During this reporting year the following 5 instruments were withdrawn and re-laid:
Carer’s Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Regulations 2023 (SSI 2023/Draft); and
Legal Aid and Advice and Assistance (Miscellaneous Amendment) (Scotland) (No. 4) Regulations (SSI 2023/Draft)
Social Security (Residence and P...
Solicitors assess eligibility for Advice and Assistance and Assistance by Way of Representation but various stages (e.g. expenditure beyond the initial limit) require permission in advance from SLAB.