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We must also give people who are currently in employment the opportunity to upgrade and upskill. Following on from what the minister said about the skills gaps, during the round-table discussion we heard some impressive evidence from Aberdeen Foyer, which is based in Aberdeen but works throughout Scotland.
That core proposal has been broadly supported; indeed, Parliament overwhelmingly endorsed the general principles of the bill following the stage 1 debate.However, there have been differences of opinion on matters of process.
It is a great tribute to our volunteers, and I hope that it will encourage and inspire others to follow their impressive example. Whether for a few hours a year, monthly, weekly or daily, all those who volunteer play an important role.
We have noticed that once people become aware of the details following the many discussions at our stall, they begin to take a much deeper and more personal interest in the project, as happened in my case.
Has there been any change in how the operation of well boats is supported under the new EFF? I regret to say that following the negotiations that took place on the directive that governs the European fisheries fund, the rules that were produced—although they are not identical to the previous rules—still require that to be eligible for funding, a well boat m...
The Freight Transport Association has raised the matter in the past. Following that, an investigation was carried out into the possibility of raising speed limits on the A9 and the feasibility of a special road classification.
I ask the official reporters to try and follow that, if they can, because I am not going to write the names down—they can get them off a website.It has been a pleasure to listen to some of the speeches today.