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The enveloping state of the council's thought was that it knew best and that all children would more or less fit into whatever provision it cared to offer.
That would be very useful, particularly if we go for the stand-alone option, which in my view is the best. We could then press on quite quickly, which would resolve some of the practical issues.
It is interesting to find that, even within that silicon valley company, the very best engineers coming up with the very best innovations are not necessarily the best businessmen to put business plans together.
Questions and Answers
Date answered:
30 August 2000
To ask the Presiding Officer whether the contracts to supply the Scottish Parliament with IT equipment and stationery were put out to competitive tender and, if so, whether best value was a criterion in this process.
The amendment is therefore in everyone's best interests. There are substantial amounts of money to be made and it is reasonable that those who gain should make a contribution.