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Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Bill: Stage 1 The next item of business is a debate on motion S2M-193, in the name of Cathy Jamieson, on the general principles of the Vulnerable Witnesses (Scotland) Bill.
As I said, the fact that we want this legislation in Scotland and want it quickly—we do not want to open up a gap in provision between Scotland and England—points us strongly in the direction of the Sewel convention.
For example, it recommended:"Learning and Teaching Scotland and Community Learning Scotland should prepare comprehensive personal safety materials"in respect of sex offenders.
Antisocial Behaviour etc (Scotland) Bill: Stage 2 I welcome everyone to the meeting, at which the entire business will be stage 2 of the Antisocial Behaviour etc (Scotland) Bill.
It is clear that the guidance on capacity is Scotland-wide. The figures of 60 per cent or 80 per cent are not relevant to rural schools, so as far as I could see from the Audit Commission's documents, clear information is not being provided to schools.
Children and young people safeguarding and child protection
In line with the principles underlying the National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland (2014), published by the Scottish Government, our staff may report a concern to the relevant authorities if they come across an issue during their work which causes them to think that a child may be...