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I should have anticipated it. In the recesses of my mind there is a recollection of a Lands Tribunal decision not all that long ago, which might be relevant.
I think that we took a bit of a dip in the recent recession. I suggest that there has not been a negative effect on the economics of the industry or the trade of the industry with respect to imports.
We want those jobs to survive the recession; indeed, we want more jobs to be created in future, for example if Scottish Power/Iberdrola is successful with its bid in the national competition for the development at Longannet.
It has not been timetabled—I know that for a fact.For clarification, is it intended that the minister will make a statement to Parliament to set out the Government's response to the "Firm Foundations" consultation before the summer recess? Did the convener want to speak?
I ask the committee to reflect on what we would do, for example, should such procedures require to be brought forward during the summer recess. I therefore oppose amendments 198 and 204.
We could make a decision on whether to seek a rule change either just before or just after the summer recess. That is a good suggestion. That provides a fair balance.