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What must not be forgotten is that in Scotland, and in the north of Scotland in particular, manufacturers and producers are a long way from their markets in the midlands and south of England.
We have previously provided to the committee a big academic report that we produced that showed that civilian staff accounted for 28 per cent of the police force in Scotland.
Great interest was shown in the inquiry, the contributions to which have produced a report that is worthy of Government consideration.The report is a substantial piece of work.
The cabinet secretary is keeping the situation under constant review.As the figures show, Scotland is concentrating on those areas to produce more and more bright young graduates from all walks of life who might previously have been forgotten.
We will ensure that the Parliament takes its responsibility seriously to produce a programme that will make a difference to the people of this country.