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We will be consulting primaryproducers, processors and the supermarkets on how best to ensure fresh local andseasonal produce is given adequate space and clear signage in retail outlets acrossScotland.
For instance, we had created the Scottish care information store and the emergency care summary. It became clear that the best way to proceed was incrementally, making the best use of what we had and integrating applications.
There may be a local argument to say that resources are not best used in that manner. Are directives that are as specific as that helpful in making best use of resources?
Secondly, we should ensure that the NGOs in Scotland operate best practice. After all, the number of NGOs has increased, and not all of them are working to the best of their ability or within the best framework.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
25 November 2010
This includes determining the most effective use of information and communications technology in accordance with any relevant obligations, including openness, accountability and the duty of best value. S3W-37531
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
1 October 2010
Schools and colleges continue to have the flexibility to offer qualifications which best suit the needs of their pupils, including the International Baccalaureate.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
17 September 2010
The courses offered by colleges are a matter for their board of management which is responsible for securing the best overall value from the public resources at its disposal.