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The Committee also heard suggestions that the effectiveness of DHPs could be improved by providing greater flexibility to local authorities in how these funds may be used. Further evidence indicated that DHPs, as a discretionary and short‑term mechanism, may not be well suited to addressing longer‑term structural iss...
It also raises serious concerns that proposals may emerge that are clinically inappropriate or unsafe, but are being taken forward without prior scrutiny or accountability.
On the point of the unfavourable - inadequate status listed for and retained for mountain hares, may I please clarify that this is in fact a little careful ‘adaptation’ of the numbers provided to Government by NatureScot.
For example, whether it would be appropriate for local authorities to continue to engage with MPs during this period especially where they may also be a candidate for the Scottish Parliament election.
Cross-committee scrutiny: update on Post-EU Scrutiny: The Group received an update on post-EU issues and agreed to discuss in more detail at its meeting on 31 May. Date of Next Meeting: 31 May 2023 Contact details for the clerk Irene Fleming Clerk to the Conveners Group Room T3.40 The Scottish Parliament Tel: 0131 34...
The Committee will scrutinise powers conferred on UK Ministers not subject to a requirement for Scottish Ministers’ consent and may suggest matters for the lead committee to consider. d.
The Committee is concerned that, should manufacturing cease this year in Scotland, significant Scottish public funds may have supported manufacturing activity which ultimately does not take place in Scotland.
Farmers and the 3.5% of the Scottish population who use a private water supply and may be more vulnerable to water scarcity are perhaps most likely to be concerned.