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Will he further acknowledge that, because of uncertainty, those cuts may impact on the level of risk and cost, and will—logically, therefore—reduce the ability to develop projects efficiently?
I suspect that there is a very long and unpleasant gestation for that set of proposals, which we may not see for some time. The core issue, which is mentioned in the Liberal Democrats’ motion, although Mr Purvis did not mention it in his speech, is the suggestion that the revaluation is not revenue neutral.
Accident rates for cyclists and motorcyclists are again rising. That may reflect an increase in the number of cyclists and motorcyclists but, as we want more people to get on their bikes, we should do what we can do to make the roads safe for them.
It will be problematic if we report on, say, 2010's emissions in 2012, some two years after the event, because we will need data more speedily than that if we are to respond to any shortfall—if I may put it that way—in Scotland's performance.
The RNID's suggestion that a code of practice be introduced to support implementation of the bill may have value. Inclusion Scotland highlighted the need for suitable, rigorous training for the police and prosecution authorities.In short, there are three core reasons for the bill.
Will the member give way? I fear that it may not. Can Jeremy Purvis confirm that the Liberal Democrats will not support the bill unless it provides for each council in Scotland to set a local rate of income tax at the outset?
I tell you this, boy—sorry, Presiding Officer.It is particularly ironic, I feel, that we are having this interesting debate today of all days. Today, of course, is 1 May, which is May day—and international workers day.
Whereas 500 council houses were built under Labour and the Liberal Democrats, 10,000 of them were built under the Conservatives.However, let us not dwell on our past achievements, however glorious they may be. Let us look ahead to the aspirations of the SNP Government.