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We must embrace and support it so that older people can enjoy a dignified later life and ensure that Scotland is the best place in the world in which to grow older.
I accept that it is tricky, particularly given the variety of portfolio areas, but we are doing our best to do that through the new budget approach, and we will set out some of that in the coming weeks.
When we have had consultations we have always tried to leave a space for supporters to offer their opinion on how best we tackle these issues, if not through legislation.
I have to confess that, as a member of the reference group, I always held the view that the best time for the meeting was after the case had been indicted.
Do you mean the assessments with a healthcare professional? Yes. Bill Gunnyeon is best placed to deal with that. Clearly, the process is not meant to be adversarial in any way.