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It is therefore a matter for the trust and the petitioners. The best that we can do is to recommend to the trust that it enters a dialogue with the petitioners.
Local income tax on individuals and, possibly, land value tax or a similar tax on companies would be the best way forward.A point has also been raised about second homes.
Over many years, reports have shown that even with the best will in the world, and with well-intentioned policies, ghettos have been created because institutionalised prejudice has allowed refugees to be put into poorer housing.
A light rail system, coupled with crossrail and a direct rail link to Glasgow airport, would make Glasgow one of the best cities—if not the best city—of the 21st century.
That will also be mainstreamed. Comprehensive best practice guidance has been issued to all staff and a programme of training events is assisted by Victim Support Scotland and other victim groups.
I am aware that the issue is highly emotive and I think that it would be best to await the outcome of the review group's work, which is well under way.
Do you feel that the enforcement requirements for the police would create an impossible working atmosphere in the countryside if the bill were passed? I do, because the best police work in the country is done with consent and community spirit.