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Would that we in Scotland had the power to ensure that we make best use of world-leading and potentially planet-saving technology that should be developed in this country.
The item would be publicised as being one that would be taken in private and, if a decision were made to take it in public, there would be short notice of that decision. Ideally, it is best to decide in advance whether to take the item in private or public.
The underlying principle of the review of sportscotland is to ensure that, whatever structures are put in place, the best interests of sport will be paramount.
I am very aware of the trauma and difficulty for the people of Lockerbie, and I respect and acknowledge Elaine Murray's concerns. I will do my best to accede to her wishes.With your indulgence, Presiding Officer, I would like to say the following.
Committee reports
Date published:
18 November 2025
Scottish Government evaluation of the ‘five family payments’
The Scottish Government's evaluation of the ‘five family payments’iThe Five Family Payments are: Scottish Child Payment, Best Start Grant Pregnancy and Baby Payment, Best Start Grant Early Learning Payment, Best Start Grant School Age Payment, Best Start Foods was published on 4 September 2025.
Retrieved from https://www.gov.scot/publications/supporting-adoption-vision-priorities-scotland/:
recognising adoption as the best permanence for some children
best practice to support timely adoption and good transitions
best practice to support family time and life journey w...
One Member also highlighted their belief that post-legislative scrutiny is a key function of the Scottish Parliament and therefore there was a duty to do it to the best of their ability (Interview M1).
Committee reports
Date published:
10 November 2019
All that we can ever do at any one point with regard to any sector in our economy is to make our best estimate on the basis of our current understanding”.