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Date answered:
28 October 2009
In 2009-10, the Cup has been branded the Active Nation Scottish Cup as part of the Active Nation campaign, which encourages people of all ages and abilities to be more active.
I am no expert in physics, but it seems to me that it makes no sense to suggest that it would make no difference to slow down a train for minutes, stop at a platform while passengers get off and others get on and then try to get up to speed again after that.
We will now take the issue forward and actively consider the available options with a view to seeking agreement on the most appropriate way to tackle the issue.
(S3O-313) We have recently published guidance on active learning in the early years of primary as part of the development of the curriculum for excellence.