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There is no provision on the agenda for any other matters to be raised, but I will take any matters that members may wish to give notice of for discussion at the next meeting.
Scottish ParliamentGlasgow Airport Rail Link Bill CommitteeMonday 8 May 2006 Scottish ParliamentGlasgow Airport Rail Link Bill CommitteeMonday 8 May 2006 The Convener opened the meeting at 10:12Glasgow Airport Rail Link Bill: Preliminary Stage Glasgow Airport Rail Link Bill: Preliminary Stage Good morning.
A copy of the draft report has been circulated, but members are asked to note that as our reporting year runs from 7 May 2003 to 6 May 2004, the report may require to be updated to reflect any additional work in progress up to and including our meeting on 5 May 2004.
Are they asked to make an input on what they consider would be an appropriate bid for budget? Others may wish to contribute, but my view is that, within the individual offices and areas, there should be discussion about the level of staffing that may be required and what is appropriate.
I expect that some of those who make representations may want not to criticise, but to have explained some of the assumptions that are built into the report.
I will not say old men in suits, because someone took offence when I said that last week, but members know what I mean. I will follow up that point, if I may. That may be our aim, but it is often not achieved.