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I tried to indicate earlier that we should follow the protocol and code of conduct to the best of our ability. That means encouraging individual Scottish citizens to pursue their constituency MSP or one of their regional list MSPs.
Before the meeting, I tried to talk to as many members as possible about this issue, to get a sense of what members felt was the best way forward. From the point of view of pulling together a report that everyone has contributed to and is happy to support, I think that what I have outlined is the best way forward and...
It would not be appropriate for members to put questions directly to the minister, although I am sure that he will do his best to address points that have been raised in the debate.At the end of the debate on each group, I will clarify whether the member who moved the amendment still wants to press it to a decision.
The Scottish Biodiversity Forum, of which the Executive is a member, has recently published guidance for public bodies on the integration of biodiversity conservation into their Best Value policies entitled Best Value and Biodiversity in Scotland.
To ask the Scottish Executive whether it will encourage local authorities and all other public bodies to put Remploy and Blind Workshops on their list if suppliers to compete for contracts under the Best Value regime. In pursuing Best Value local authorities should consider all routes to service improvement.