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Pete Cheema of the Scottish Grocers Federation highlighted the need to travel to alternative bank branches, security and insurance issues and extra employee time needed to cover for the travel, which comes at a time of what he described as cumulative cost pressures for businesses.
It should be noted that these figures demonstrate a reduction in income, not a reduction in actual charges - it is possible that income in this area as a whole has reduced because the offerings of Education Services which local authorities charge for, such as extra-curricular activities and excursions, are reducing.
We worked closely with CAS during the process, particularly with the Scotland Act orders. The minister mentioned the extra help unit, which sits within CAS and which gives further support to vulnerable consumers in the energy and post spaces in particular.
This includes two new freighter flex vessels, which will provide extra freight capacity and have the capability for quicker crossings on the routes when needed.
Noise and visual disturbance were minimised through acoustic barriers, continuous welded rail, and a fully electric crane, and recent innovations (such as extra-long containers carrying 15% more water) further reduced HGV journeys.
CITB is currently developing its view of the industry for 2025-2029 and expects the number of extra workers required per year to be around 4,110 workers.
Analysis could link eligibility criteria for other things relevant to low-income families such as funded childcare, so as to best target concessionary travel offers to the groups most in need of extra support. Affordability of transport 109- The Committee understands that universal free travel may not be possible for all groups.
We recently invested £1.85m in providing extra dental health support workers who liaise with carers, parents and guardians to ensure improved access for these vulnerable children.