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If they have made such efforts, they will have met the test, which will be taken into account at the tribunal’s discretion. Would the tribunal also take into account the fact that a tenant had, perhaps for no good reason, failed to engage?
It should not be difficult to identify how decisions are made, why they are made and by whom. That is accountability, and this is public money. It is not unreasonable for people to expect that level of scrutiny and transparency throughout the organisation.
As Mr Greene is aware, local authorities are accountable to the public that elects them, and they have the financial freedom to operate independently, taking into account local need.
In relation to Maurice Golden’s point about taking into account the welfare of the animal and—I think that he has previously made a point about this—the value of that pet to the family, there is no evidence that I am aware of that shows that courts do not take those matters into account.
This is a sensible approach to ensure work is sitting with the correct accountability and responsibilities to ensure completion and to provide maximum impact for the population.
However, as an illustration, as of 21 October 2024, SPS reports that six prisons, accounting for over 75% of the prison population, are currently declaring red risk status.
However, as an illustration, as of 21 October 2024, SPS reports that six prisons, accounting for over 75% of the prison population, are currently declaring red risk status.