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In the light of the consultation, particularly of the views of the then franchising director, we took the view that it would be best to allocate the franchises on a long-term basis and that vehicle miles were the best available measure to use.
I know what Murray Tosh seeks to achieve and I can assure him that zoning will a critical part of national park plans. Our guidance will identify best practice, which the authorities must have regard to.
If we do that as a primary exercise, it would be the best way forward.We are not all experts on this matter, but we are all genuinely concerned that we give children in Scotland the best opportunity.
That will allow local authorities to make the best possible use of public money and it exemplifies the Executive's overall approach to public finance.We are determined to secure the best possible value for money.