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I do not, at this stage, wish to move a motion to annul, but I have a number of concerns, not the least of which is the handling of the matter by the Government and the late laying of the order.The Government stated in its response to the Subordinate Legislation Committee that it has been engaged in discussions with stakeholders.
I seek reassurance that, when you look at the balance of interests, you will take into account at least the three sets of interests that I can think of.
From the point of view of reform to make the law more coherent and, particularly, more comprehensible to lay people, the draft bill is a really good idea.
It was and is essential that the group that is tasked with advising and holding the Government to account is independent and that its future is assured.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
24 March 2021
The 14 day period will remain in place for the immediate future and like all clinical guidance is continually reviewed to take account of the emerging picture around COVID-19.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
24 March 2021
The variance in the population demographic across Health Board areas for the age groups is not accounted for. The uptake data published by Public Health Scotland against these denominators means it may appear that Lothian are behind, however this is not the case.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
12 March 2021
Originally published in October 2020, we have updated the Framework to take account of developments in both how the virus has been spreading through new variants as well as the success so far of the vaccination programme.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
27 January 2021
In considering requests to schools, local authorities are expected to take account of the diverse needs of their local communities, families and young people when applying these arrangements and managing demand for places.