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The member is aware of the position that is laid out in the ministerial code around legal advice. Secondly—this is a matter of regret to me—we do not have direct power over trade agreements such as CETA and TTIP.
Martha, in contrast, bounces into action to respond to the hospitality codes of the ancient middle east, preparing something to eat and drink, which is a fine thing to do, as well.
As with the free provision of period products, the legal protection of breastfeeding in public places was important to women’s lives, as voluntary codes had simply not worked. That was why we needed legislation then and it is why we need legislation now on this issue.
I should say first and foremost that, as members will be aware, complaints against ministers are for the ministerial code and complaints against civil servants are for the civil service code.
I confirm—the ministerial code allows me to do so—that the Lord Advocate is satisfied that the bill is within the legislative competence of the Parliament.