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At some point, we will want to follow up on some of the examples of best practice that you mentioned. I would like to apologise to our guests for being late.
The balance of funds would surely still have to be spent in the best interests of the local community, therefore they would be covered by the duty of best value.
Some of the people we represent live in those communities. The words "best practice" seem to be used a lot in the Parliament and an example of best practice seems to be the pilot scheme at St Ninians.
Does it really boil down to a lack of confidence in the provision?In our analysis of what is best for society, we must, as well as taking care to consider the best outcome for the offender, consider the outcome from the victim's viewpoint.