Chamber
Meeting of the Parliament 19 March 2026 [Draft]
19 Mar 2026 · S6 · Meeting of the Parliament
Item of business
Portfolio Question Time
Sheriffhall Junction
I was first informed in a submission from Transport Scotland officials dated 13 March that the decision-making advice for me as minister regarding the proposed Sheriffhall junction scheme will not be provided ahead of the dissolution of this session of Parliament in advance of the election.
I am both disappointed and frustrated by that but have been assured that every effort is being made to enable a decision as soon as possible, as part of a fair and efficient process that will ensure that the decision is robust and is supported by the available evidence.
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