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We are talking about standards of living, economic activity, length of life and Scotland's future potential but we have to approach those matters in relation to people's everyday lives.
We are involved in a process of trying to ensure that, irrespective of where a person lives, the standard of services is as equal and as equitable as possible.
We need to open that up.Listening to the television last night, I was struck by comments on the likelihood of a debate at Westminster today going on until 6 o'clock, 8 o'clock, 10 o'clock or even longer.
The more corrosive dynamic is the lifestyle picture. Film and TV could do much better, but the media's capturing of icons in their normal daily life is more corrosive.
We must recognise that differences can be wonderful in adding colour and spice to our lives. The more colour there is, the more beautiful the world becomes.People learn from each other and their lives are enriched.
A range of measures to encourage people to live healthier lifestyles are being implemented in schools, through general practitioners and through various health promotions.