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Although we may not always have the best relationship with alcohol—we are perhaps as guilty as the rest of society—as legislators we are in the position to do something about it.
We have had an informal discussion and we feel that it may be best to wait until we have the benefit of the discussions between those representing us and those representing the Executive.
Amendments 242, 244 and 245 are driven by the requirements of CIPFA's "Best Value Accounting Code of Practice (2000)", which is the authoritative guide to financial accounting for local authorities working in the best value environment.
I think that the extent of the penalties is best left to the lead committee. That might or might not satisfy those who are involved in whether summary penalties are adequate.
It is important to stress that, looking forwards—rather than with hindsight—the best way is not always clear cut, but the agency has agreed to review its procurement procedures to ensure that they comply fully with best practice in future.