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S7W-01678 To ask the Scottish Government what arrangements are in place to ensure that patients can access diagnosis or treatment where no NHS board is able to accept a referral to the required specialist servi Marra, Michael Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01681 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to reforming permitted development rights in order to accelerate the deployment of mobile telecommunications infrastructure. McArthur, Liam Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01684 To ask the Scottish Government what specific support pathway exists for male victims of domestic abuse who are also dealing with addiction recovery, family breakdown, child contact loss and suicide ri Kerr, Stephen Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01659 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of its commitment in the British Sign Language National Plan 2023-2029 to promote and support the learning of BSL as a second language for hard-of-hearing and Moodie, Laura Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01670 To ask the Scottish Government what financial return it has realised for each of the NHS capital programmes financed by the non-profit distributing public private partnership model. Johnson, Daniel Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01672 To ask the Scottish Government when it expects a £2 bus fare cap to be rolled out in Aberdeen. Middleton, Jack Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01660 To ask the Scottish Government what its policy is regarding whether revenues raised by municipal harbour authorities must be ring-fenced for local harbour maintenance and development, in light of repo Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01677 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on the funding of private specialist assessment or treatment in circumstances where an NHS board is unable to provide the required service and is un Marra, Michael Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01669 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it is giving to developing a national wool strategy, with a view to supporting Scotland's wool sector. Day, Martyn Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01667 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the effectiveness of current enforcement mechanisms available to Trading Standards Scotland when dealing with any premises involved in the Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01663 To ask the Scottish Government what steps Transport Scotland is taking to mitigate any potential marine safety risks in Oban Harbour while a final decision remains pending on the establishment of a si Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01682 To ask the Scottish Government whether current domestic abuse services, addiction services and mental health services are trained to recognise male victimisation, post-separation abuse and coercive co Kerr, Stephen Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01666 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has plans to amend the Antisocial Behaviour etc. (Scotland) Act 2004 to grant local authority Trading Standards services closure powers for commercial premise Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01680 To ask the Scottish Government what methodology is used to determine the frequency of train services on the Milngavie line and what would be required to restore a service frequency of four services pe Greer, Ross Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01674 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration has been given to the development of a funding model that recognises the heritage and community value of listed places of worship in Scotland. Simpson, Graham Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01676 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the 2026 Scottish National Party manifesto commitment to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, what its response is to comments from the Scott McArthur, Liam Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01661 To ask the Scottish Government what Transport Scotland’s expected timeline is for a final decision on the Argyll and Bute Council Oban Harbour Revision Order (HRO), which was submitted to Transp Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01668 To ask the Scottish Government what criminal offences are available to address the dissemination of disinformation by individuals or communication platforms where there is intent to stir up conflict, Harvie, Patrick Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01664 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate Transport Scotland has made of the potential financial costs and duration of a public local inquiry or hearing, should one be triggered by any unresolved o Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01675 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the 2026 Scottish National Party manifesto commitment to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, what its response is to comments by the Food &a McArthur, Liam Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01665 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with (a) local authorities and (b) Trading Standards Scotland regarding the potential benefits of allowing local authorities, rather than Pol Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01673 To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to fulfil its duties under section 12 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025. Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01679 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of whether current cross-board referral arrangements provide equitable access to specialist services across NHS Scotland, particularly in spe Marra, Michael Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01662 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment Transport Scotland has made of the alternative Harbour Empowerment Order (HEO) submitted by the Oban Community Harbour Development Association (OCHDA), a Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00624 Ploughing Championships Scotland Limited Awarded National Lottery Community Funding Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00623 Midlothian Community Action Awarded National Lottery Community Fund Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00625 Bright Sparks SCIO Awarded National Lottery Community Funding Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00629 New Public Access Defibrillator at Talbot Arms in Milngavie McNair, Marie Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00619 Urging Water Safety and Responsible Behaviour Around Water Courses and Coastal Areas During Hot Weather Lindsay, Amanda Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00620 Keeping Dogs and All Pets Safe During Hot Weather Lindsay, Amanda Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00626 Roslin Community Development Trust Awarded National Lottery Community Funding Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00621 Remembering Rt Hon Ann Widdecombe Kerr, Thomas Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00618 Springfield Partnerships Awarded Large Affordable Development of the Year at the Homes for Scotland Awards Lindsay, Amanda Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00628 St Matthew's Catholic Church in Rosewell Awarded National Lottery Community Funding Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00617 For All Animals, Scottish SPCA Gibson, Patricia Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00627 Newtongrange Development Trust Awarded National Lottery Community Funding Grant Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00630 Branchton Community Centre Receives National Lottery Funding McMillan, Stuart Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00622 Celebrating National Lottery Community Fund Awards in Clackmannanshire and Dunblane Brown, Keith Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00632 Murray Landscapes Achieves Gold Employer Charter Accreditation Adamson, Clare Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7M-00631 Pioneering STEM Success at St Andrew’s Primary School McMillan, Stuart Motion
Standard Motion
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01671 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the UK Covid-19 Inquiry's fifth report, 'Procurement' (Module 5), which is due to be published on 14 July 2026.  McLennan, Paul Question
Inspired Question
13 Jul 2026
S7W-01633 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answers to questions S7W-00799 and S7W-01152 by Gillian Martin on 16 June and  8 July 2026 respectively, in light of the cabinet secretary’s c Langan, Jamie Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00610 Departure of Norman Macleod from STV Middleton, Jack Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01641 To ask the Scottish Government what progress has been made towards the introduction of utilities-based statutory undertaker rights for heat network developers, and when it plans to bring forward the n Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01643 To ask the Scottish Government what work it has undertaken to assess the relationship between domestic abuse experienced by men, addiction recovery, suicide risk, family court-related stress, loss of Kerr, Stephen Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01640 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to introduce a statutory obligation or financial incentives to ensure that heat network zone delivery is more effectively driven through Local Heat and Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01637 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the contribution that heat networks can make to tackling fuel poverty in Scotland, and how this is reflected in its current and planned po Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01639 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the extent to which local authorities are effectively incorporating heat network zones into their Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strateg Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01638 To ask the Scottish Government what funding it has made available or plans to make available for key enabling infrastructure to support heat network delivery, and how it is working with industry to de Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01636 To ask the Scottish Government whether the forthcoming Buildings (Heating and Energy Performance) and Heat Networks (Scotland) Bill will include a requirement for public buildings to connect to heat n Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01634 To ask the Scottish Government what funding has been allocated to Scotland's Heat Network Fund for the current financial year, and whether it will  commit to maintaining this fund across the full Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01635 To ask the Scottish Government when it plans to introduce the revised Buildings (Heating and Energy Performance) and Heat Networks (Scotland) Bill, and what its key provisions will be compared to the Dijkstra-Downie, Sanne Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01642 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to increase specialist national provision to support male victims of domestic abuse. Kerr, Stephen Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00612 Recognising 30 Years of Service by PIRSAC Volunteer Gavin Lockhart Carson, Finlay Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00611 Proposed closure of Dundee Botanic Gardens Chapman, Maggie Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00615 Future of the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) in Glasgow Sweeney, Paul Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00613 Preston Tower Project Wins National Architecture Award McLennan, Paul Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00614 Congratulating Glencadam Distillery on its outstanding success at the prestigious World Spirit Awards Black, Dawn Motion
Standard Motion
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01493 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the feasibility of imposing a 500-hectare land ownership cap for (a) individuals, (b) companies and (c) other corporate entities. Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01500 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding any assessment it has made of any implications of the UK–US trade deal for the pricing of new med Brown, Alan Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01509 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of existing animal welfare legislation and regulation, and whether it has identified any areas where it considers that reform may be required Baker, Claire Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01338 To ask the Scottish Government what information it holds on the impact of waiting times foremployment tribunal hearings on claimants in Scotland, and what representationsit has made to the UK Governme Chou Turvey, Yi-pei Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01430 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any risk that resourcing constraints within (a) the Marine Directorate’s Licensing Operations Team and (b) NatureScot could affect t Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01410 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has commissioned any independent evaluation of the Just Transition Fund, including its effectiveness in achieving its stated objectives and in facilitating a Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01406 To ask the Scottish Government what the outcomes and KPIs set for the Just Transition Fund were, which of those it expects to achieve by the end of the current parliamentary session and what milestone Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01409 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the Just Transition Fund, whether it will set out its objectives and what assessment has been made to ensure that funded projects contribute directl Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01407 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the Just Transition Fund, whether it will provide information on how much has paid out to date, who all the recipients are and when future funding r Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01408 To ask the Scottish Government how many former oil and gas workers have successfully transitioned from the oil and gas sector to the renewables sector as a result of funding provided by the Just Trans Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01369 To ask the Scottish Government at what point an NHS Scotland patient, who requires treatment and cannot access appropriate care and treatment within their own NHS board, has the right to seek timeous Offord, Malcolm Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01370 To ask the Scottish Government what the process is for an individual to be seen by a practitioner in another NHS board area where there is capacity. Offord, Malcolm Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01360 To ask the Scottish Government how much will be allocated to the Scottish Land Fund for 2027-28. Roddick, Emma Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01324 To ask the Scottish Government what further steps it plans to take to ensure that communities are protected from the impacts of flooding, including the communities along the Dighty Burn in South Angus Melville, Lloyd Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01359 To ask the Scottish Government what its current position is on supporting the Scottish Land Fund to enhance opportunities for community right to buy and ownership, in light of previous Scottish Nation Roddick, Emma Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01311 To ask the Scottish Government what work it is undertaking to address reported long waiting times for GP appointments. MacCallum, Morven-May Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01287 To ask the Scottish Government whether it is considering how to (a) better promote and (b) ensure social responsibility in public contracts in care provision. Roddick, Emma Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01240 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding its planned consultation on the use of smartphones in schools, (a) when it will be launched, (b) how long it will run for, and (c) when it will publ Marra, Michael Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01160 To ask the Scottish Government whether Historic Environment Scotland has obtained a direction under section 11 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 from the City of Edinburgh Council to exempt the R Slater, Lorna Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01156 To ask the Scottish Government what funding will be invested in the A83 Rest and Be Thankful in each of the next five years. Baillie, Jackie Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01172 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the UK Government’s decision to close the UK-wide Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme, what consideration has been given to establishing an equivale Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01138 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S7W-00298 by Mairi McAllan on 8 June 2026, what discussions it has had with the Highland Council regarding reports that 47 pupils at R Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01140 To ask the Scottish Government what progress it is making to provide a pathway for instrumental music teachers to become registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. Moodie, Laura Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01142 To ask the Scottish Government what rationale it used to set the £50,000 household income threshold for support for home electric vehicle (EV) charging point installation, and whether it plans t Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01013 To ask the Scottish Government how many teachers have been suspended from teaching in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01015 To ask the Scottish Government how many teachers have been dismissed in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01044 To ask the Scottish Government what guidance it provides to schools on responding to incidents involving knives. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01021 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to providing financial support to congregations, in light of the closure of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme, which allowed chur Hoy, Craig Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7W-01012 To ask the Scottish Government how many level 2 complaints have been made against teachers in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
10 Jul 2026
S7M-00599 Ayrshire College, UK Training Provider Skills Champion 2026 Gibson, Patricia Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00598 Recognising Duncan's Eggs on its Selection as Official Supporter of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 and Team Scotland Adams, James Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00605 Aly Kemp Completes National Three Peaks Challenge for MS-UK McArthur, Liam Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00603 Keith Grammar School Team at MATE ROV World Championship Mitchell, Laura Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00604 Congratulations to The FitNest Fife Torrance, David Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00597 St Aidan's Primary School Achieves 10th Eco-Schools Green Flag Award Adamson, Clare Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00602 UNESCO Status for the Scottish Morning Roll Bruce, Holly Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00609 Jim Heaney’s 50 Years of Service to Karate in Irvine Gibson, Patricia Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01631 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect and strengthen additional learning provision for deaf children and young people, including access to specialist teachers, communicati Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01632 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the proposed funding cut to the Women's Service at Murrays Initiative, what assessment it has made of its potential impact on women who have experienced Kerr, Thomas Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00600 Congratulations to Caroline McMorran on Recognition for Outstanding Service Green, David Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00601 Arbroath Pipe Band Wins European Championship Grade 4B Title Melville, Lloyd Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00606 Welcoming Alcohol Awareness Week 2026 McKee, Cara Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00590 Congratulating Loch Lomond Brewery on Being Named Overall Cask Champion at Scotland Indie Beer Awards Baillie, Jackie Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00596 Congratulating the Re-establishment of Queensferry Rugby Club Cole-Hamilton, Alex Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00607 Political Prisoners and Human Rights in Bangladesh Day, Martyn Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7M-00608 Irvine Newtown Men’s Shed Named Regional Winner in Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year Awards 2026 Gibson, Patricia Motion
Standard Motion
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01470 To ask the Scottish Government whether it considers that the current level of nursing and midwifery vacancies compared with the number of appointable graduates unable to secure posts is consistent wit McDade, Helen Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01434 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the Scottish National Party’s 2026 manifesto commitment to making land ownership transparent and implementing robust anti-avoidance measures, whe Burgess, Ariane Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01400 To ask the Scottish Government whether it considers that the use of Class 158 trains on ScotRail services between Aberdeen and the Central Belt provides an appropriate standard of rolling stock for th Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01402 To ask the Scottish Government how many ScotRail services between Aberdeen and Edinburgh or Glasgow have used Class 158 trains since January 2025, broken down by month, and what proportion this repres Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01401 To ask the Scottish Government whether it (a) approved and (b) was consulted on ScotRail’s allocation of Class 158 trains to services between Aberdeen and Edinburgh and Glasgow, and what criteri Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01368 To ask the Scottish Government what geographical protections are in place to protect producers in Scotland from food fraud. Kerr, Stephen Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01333 To ask the Scottish Government whether Crown Estate Scotland has stopped the Community Land Accelerator pilot and what plans it has to publish its  findings from the pilot. MacKinnon, Donald Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01361 To ask the Scottish Government when it will begin the process of appointing the new Land and Communities Commissioner to the Scottish Land Commission, in order to enable the implementation of the Land Roddick, Emma Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01356 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of current surgical and oncology workforce capacity in relation to cancer treatment waiting times. Griffin, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01363 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding water scarcity in 2025, what (a) action has been taken to assess its impact, particularly on the east coast, (b) lessons have been learnt and (c) is bei MacKinnon, Donald Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01310 To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with Amey regarding the condition of the footpath alongside the A725 Hamilton Road in East Kilbride; what assessment has been made of its curr Moodie, Laura Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01281 To ask the Scottish Government what action it will take to improve the safety and security of mosques and other places of worship, in light of reported attacks targeting Muslims in Edinburgh and the r Nevens, Kate Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01264 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the finding in the Scottish Land Commission's report, Rural Land Market Insights 2026, that Scotland's rural land market is currently experiencing its slowe Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01280 To ask the Scottish Government what support it will provide to communities affected by reported attacks targeting Muslims in Edinburgh, and how it will ensure that engagement with affected communities Nevens, Kate Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01275 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has conducted, or plans to conduct, a feasibility study for westbound slipways at junction 3 of the M9 and, if so, what the current status of that study is. Lindsay, Amanda Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01261 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the decline in speculative investment in forestry and natural capital projects, as set out in the Scottish Land Commission’s recent Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01266 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the Scottish Land Commission regarding any implications of recent changes in rural land market activity for the operation of the lotting Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01265 To ask the Scottish Government whether ministers will meet representatives of the rural property sector to discuss whether the introduction of lotting provisions contained in the Land Reform (Scotland Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01250 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any projected impact of the introduction of a £2 bus fare cap on income for Scotland's railway.  Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01247 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the planned programme of discontinuous electrification of sections of Scotland's railway, what the total cost is and what the projected cost would be if those Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01262 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the announcement that the application for the proposed Spittal to Beauly overhead transmission line will be subject to a public inquiry, what steps it will t Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01249 To ask the Scottish Government what proportion of Scotland's greenhouse gas emissions is attributable to rail transport. Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01246 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the ScotRail Spirit of Scotland pass, (a) for what reason it is limited to trains departing after 9.15am, (b) whether consideration has been given to loc Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01248 To ask the Scottish Government what the projected whole-life cost is of the battery electric multiple units (BEMUs) to be used on stretches of Scotland's railway network with discontinuous electrifica Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01267 To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has undertaken with land agents, rural surveyors, lenders and other market stakeholders regarding any practical implications of implementing lotting p Eagle, Tim Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01245 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will publish the financial case for the £2 bus fare cap, including the total projected (a) cost of reimbursements to bus companies and (b Kerr, Liam Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01217 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what progress it has made regarding Delivery Plan for Sprint 1 for its Life Sciences Strategy for Scotland 2035 Vision. Simpson, Graham Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01239 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-36424 by Fiona Hyslop on 25 April 2025, what further assessments it has carried out regarding traffic options to enable safer Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01191 To ask the Scottish Government what plans it has to co-design community safety strategies with local faith groups and Muslim community organisations in Edinburgh and Lothians, to ensure that responses Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01190 To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to work with the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, academic institutions, and civil society organisations to develop evidence-based responses t Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01218 To ask the Scottish Government (a) when the new cluster development organisation for Scottish life sciences, as set out in the Life Sciences Strategy for Scotland 2035 Vision, was, or will, be constit Simpson, Graham Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01188 To ask the Scottish Government what representations it has made to the UK Government regarding the provisions in the Online Safety Act 2023 concerning hate speech and incitement to racial and religiou Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01209 To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is planning to take in 2026 to engage with (a) CalMac, (b) CMAL, (c) island stakeholders and (d) trade unions on proposals to reform the governance of publ Clark, Katy Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01210 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide a list of the routes in the current Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services contract (CHFS3) for which a Community Needs Assessment has been completed. Clark, Katy Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01216 To ask the Scottish Government which minister has responsibility for life sciences policy and delivery, and what its position is for not including life sciences as a specific ministerial responsibili Simpson, Graham Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01213 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any impact that restoring roll-on roll-off ferry connections between Scotland and France would have on (a) rail freight (i) infrastru Clark, Katy Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01187 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Police Scotland regarding the provision of advanced public information about demonstrations by far-right groups, to enable minority ethn Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01211 To ask the Scottish Government when it plans to review the findings from CalMac’s deck space reservation pilot on Mull, Coll and Tiree ferry services. Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01189 To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with Ofcom regarding the role of algorithmic amplification on social media platforms in escalating far-right and Islamophobic content, and wha Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01192 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will commit to convening a roundtable with Edinburgh-based faith leaders, Muslim community representatives, and third-sector organisations to develop a medium Manivannan, Q Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01159 To ask the Scottish Government how much it has spent on the A83 Rest and Be Thankful ineach of the last 10 years, also broken down by (a) consultant fees and (b)construction and maintenance costs. Baillie, Jackie Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01167 To ask the Scottish Government how the Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport and Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Energy will work together to deliver consistent green industri Johnson, Daniel Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01157 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration is being given to the building of a new, permanent road through the base of the Glen Croe valley as an alternative to the A83 Rest and Be Thankful, as Baillie, Jackie Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01158 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the economic and social impact of the restrictions on travel at the A83 Rest and Be Thankful. Baillie, Jackie Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01082 To ask the Scottish Government, to ensure food security, how it plans to reverse the 7.3% decrease in total pig numbers that was recorded in 2025. Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01079 To ask the Scottish Government whether CMAL has secured a Builders Refund Guarantee in the design and build contract with Guangzhou Shipyard International Co. Ltd for two Northern Isles freight flex v Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01077 To ask the Scottish Government what the annual subsidy level was for the public contract for the Northern Isles Ferry Services in (a) 2013-14 and (b) 2024-25. Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01086 To ask the Scottish Government how it is working with the Agricultural Supply Chain Adjudicator to ensure fair treatment of pig producers by (a) processors and (b) retailers. Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01084 To ask the Scottish Government what action it plans to protect producers in Scotland from being undermined by cheaper pork imports from the EU. Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01076 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its plans for a public inquiry into the response to group-based child sexual abuse and exploitation, commonly referred to as groomin Kerr, Thomas Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01085 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the potential impact on Scotland’s pig sector, what representations it has made to the UK Government regarding imposing stricter import controls on po Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01078 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate it has made of the number of (a) employees and (b) supply chain contractors that Guangzhou Shipyard International Co. Ltd will require to complete the desi Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01087 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect the long-term future of Scotland's pig processing infrastructure. Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01080 To ask the Scottish Government when the first milestone payment is due for two Northern Isles Freight flex vessels, under the terms of the design and build contract between CMAL and Guangzhou Shi Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01081 To ask the Scottish Government what steps it will take to ensure that the recognised trade unions at NorthLink Ferries are consulted over the design of (a) seafarer and (b) trainee accommodation on th Clark, Katy Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01035 To ask the Scottish Government what funding has been provided to local authorities for antisocial behaviour prevention and enforcement in each year since 2021. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01034 To ask the Scottish Government how many antisocial behaviour complaints have been recorded in each local authority area, in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01036 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of trends in youth-related antisocial behaviour since the COVID-19 pandemic. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01047 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of changes in classroom behaviour since 2020. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01041 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the relationship between school attendance and youth offending. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01043 To ask the Scottish Government how many pupils have been excluded from school for possession of a knife or offensive weapon in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01018 To ask the Scottish Government how many vehicles have been seized under powers relating to the antisocial use of (a) quad bikes and (b) off-road motorcycles in each of the last five years. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01045 To ask the Scottish Government whether it collects data on assaults involving knives on school premises. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01020 To ask the Scottish Government what plans it has to review the existing powers available to Police Scotland to respond to the antisocial use of (a) quad bikes, (b) off-road motorcycles and (c) sc Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2026
S7W-01033 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Glasgow City Council regarding security planning for major public events in the city. Kerr, Stephen Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01040 To ask the Scottish Government what support is available to businesses affected by persistent youth disorder and vandalism. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01019 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Police Scotland regarding strengthening enforcement against illegal off-road vehicle use. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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09 Jul 2026
S7W-01595 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding extending eligibility for the Youth Guarantee and the Jobs Guarantee to unemployed people aged over 24. Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01542 To ask the Scottish Government what scenario planning it has carried out to assess the likely impact of (a) Scottish independence and (b) any increase in the perceived likelihood of Scottish independe McLennan, Paul Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01540 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on the fiduciary duty of Scotland’s local government pension funds and their obligations to community wealth building. McLennan, Paul Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01630 To ask the Scottish Government how many individuals held on remand and in custody, who were subsequently either found not guilty or received a non-custodial sentence, have not gone on to receive McNeill, Pauline Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01590 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact of the closure of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme on listed places of worship in Scotland, including any ad Eagle, Tim Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01543 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the 10-year horizon for public debt, what assumptions it has made in relation to Scottish independence, and what work it has undertaken to model the impact on McLennan, Paul Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01629 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the introduction of population-level policies aimed at regulating environmental risk factors for liver disease, including an automatic Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01539 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to increasing investment in Scotland through Local Government Pension Scheme funds, which are reported to hold assets of around £75 McLennan, Paul Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01614 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the turnout in the most recent elections. Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01541 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to establishing a partnership between it, local government pension scheme funds, the Scottish National Investment Bank, local authorities McLennan, Paul Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01621 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide funding directly for its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers or whether funding will be distributed through lo Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01607 To ask the Scottish Government whether any guidance has been published for Scottish universities on the steps they can take to address the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01611 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any potential merits of introducing compulsory voting to increase turnout to Scottish Parliament elections, as is used in A Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01613 To ask the Scottish Government whether it is considering any legislative changes to address any gaps in the recognition of smear campaigns and reputational abuse as forms of coercive and controlling b Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01618 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide details of the consultation it plans to carry out regarding its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers, including Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01600 To ask the Scottish Government for what reason the Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) Cross Sector Working Group has not met since November 2024. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01598 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any potential impact on Merchiston Castle that the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) on the Edinbur Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01610 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-43870 by Jenni Minto on 26 February 2026, what progress has been made in establishing advisory groups led by clinicians for groupe Baillie, Jackie Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01615 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide details of the work it has carried out to date regarding the development of its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teac Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01616 To ask the Scottish Government whether its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers will replace the existing one-year probationary period under the Teacher Indu Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01604 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, what its response is to the comments from mem McArthur, Liam Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01591 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has received, or anticipates to receive, any Barnett consequential funding arising from the UK Government's Places of Worship Renewal Fund announced for Engla Eagle, Tim Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01620 To ask the Scottish Government from which academic year it anticipates that newly qualified teachers will first be eligible to participate in its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme. Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01596 To ask the Scottish Government when it first became aware that reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was present in buildings on Edinburgh Napier University’s Merchiston Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01608 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will review its position on reported calls for the introduction of a national fund to help address the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAA Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01603 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, what representations it has received on McArthur, Liam Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01612 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is regarding whether smear campaigns and reputational abuse are adequately recognised under existing domestic abuse legislation, police and prosecution Day, Martyn Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01628 To ask the Scottish Government how it plans to deliver its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers in circumstances where there are insufficient suitable vacancies within Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01594 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide details of any instances in which (a) road and (b) bridge repair works have been required on trunk roads as a result of the need to improve acces Eagle, Tim Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01624 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any potential impact of its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers on the wider teaching labour market. Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01623 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide any additional funding to local authorities and schools to help them support the delivery of its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for ne Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01601 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, what additional resources will be requir McArthur, Liam Question
Written Question
08 Jul 2026
S7W-01605 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of reports of the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in  buildings on the Edinburgh Napier University Merchiston Campus, what asses Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01617 To ask the Scottish Government whether newly qualified teachers participating in its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme will be considered as probationers for the full duration of the three-ye Dunlop, Duncan Question
Written Question
08 Jul 2026
S7W-01625 To ask the Scottish Government whether newly qualified teachers participating in its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme will be expected to remain in the same school for the duration of the sche Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01627 To ask the Scottish Government whether teachers who completed their Teacher Induction Scheme probationary year before the introduction of the proposed three-year job guarantee scheme will be eligible Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01606 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has carried out any assessment of the impact on staff and students of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in university buildings and campuses. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01622 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate it has made of the annual cost of its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers. Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01626 To ask the Scottish Government whether its proposed three-year job guarantee scheme will guarantee employment within a specific school, a local authority area or elsewhere within Scotland. Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01619 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to pilot the proposed three-year job guarantee scheme for newly qualified teachers prior to any national implementation. Dunlop, Duncan Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01599 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its position regarding whether the responsibility for addressing the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) rests Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01609 To ask the Scottish Government when it last met with the Institute of Structural Engineers to discuss the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in buildings and the steps required Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01592 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to introduce a Scottish scheme to provide financial support for listed places of worship, following the closure of the UK-wide Listed Places of Worship Eagle, Tim Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01602 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, when the policy was first intimated to grocer McArthur, Liam Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01597 To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with Edinburgh Napier University regarding the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in buildings on its Merchiston Campus Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7M-00588 Forres Rotary Celebrates its 75th Anniversary Eagle, Tim Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00591 Congratulating Riverside School on Triple Award Achievement Baillie, Jackie Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00589 Kinghorn Youth Isla Burston Seeks to Break South Pole Record MacDougall, Julie Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00592 Redwood 40th Anniversary Beattie, Colin Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00593 The Legacy of Ava and Poppy Calderwood Adamson, Clare Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00595 Protecting Scotland’s Coastguard Rescue Officers Baillie, Jackie Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7M-00594 Celebrating the Success of Logan Primary School Girls Team Hagmann, Katie Motion
Standard Motion
08 Jul 2026
S7W-01349 To ask the Scottish Government how many patients with suspected aggressive cancers currently receive (a) a diagnosis within 10 days of urgent referral and (b) treatment within 14 days of diagnosi Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01326 To ask the Scottish Government how many energy infrastructure planning applications currently under consideration by ministers or the Energy Consents Unit have missed a National Energy System Operator Hamilton, Rachael Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01354 To ask the Scottish Government whether any mandatory escalation procedures are currently in place where an NHS board is unable to meet cancer waiting time standards. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01350 To ask the Scottish Government whether a rapid cancer diagnostic pathway for aggressive cancers is currently in place across all NHS boards, and if so, how consistently it is implemented across Scotla Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01327 To ask the Scottish Government whether it records the number of planning applications that are being considered by ministers or the Energy Consents Unit and no longer have a viable route to grid conne Hamilton, Rachael Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01352 To ask the Scottish Government what work has been undertaken to expand and/or standardise rapid diagnostic pathways specifically for aggressive cancers. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01351 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment has been made of the accessibility and effectiveness of existing rapid cancer diagnostic pathways for patients with suspected aggressive cancers. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01355 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding meeting faster cancer diagnosis targets, what assessment it has made of current diagnostic capacity, including imaging and pathology. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01357 To ask the Scottish Government what plans are in place to increase diagnostic, surgical and oncology capacity to support faster diagnosis and treatment of aggressive cancers. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01353 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of current waiting times between diagnosis and treatment for aggressive cancers. Griffin, Mark Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01181 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the Scottish National Party’s manifesto commitment to deliver a Scottish Paths Fund, what assessment has been made of the level of funding requir Young, Jenny Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01226 To ask the Scottish Government what further action is planned to address gaps in access to childcare, community provision and family support services, particularly in rural and low-income areas. Moodie, Laura Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01214 To ask the Scottish Government what recent discussions it has had with the accountable bodies for the (a) Forth and (b) Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeports regarding compliance by employ Clark, Katy Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01231 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate it has made of the number of male chicks that have been culled by maceration in Scotland in each of the last five years. Burgess, Ariane Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01228 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the adequacy of existing financial supports for families, including the Scottish Child Payment, in light of evidence suggesting that such Moodie, Laura Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01179 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the Scottish National Party’s manifesto commitment to deliver a Scottish Paths Fund, what discussions ministers have had regarding the potential impac Young, Jenny Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01180 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the Scottish National Party’s manifesto commitment to deliver a Scottish Paths Fund, what engagement there has been since 7 May 2026, or is plann Young, Jenny Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01208 To ask the Scottish Government how many jobs have been created in designated tax and customs sites in the (a) Forth and (b) Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeports since March 2024 to date. Clark, Katy Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01175 To ask the Scottish Government (a) whether it plans to provide targeted funding or support for communities affected by racially motivated incidents, and (b) what discussions it has had with relevant Burgess, Ariane Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01173 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Police Scotland regarding the nature of advice given to individuals experiencing racially motivated harassment, including any guidance t Burgess, Ariane Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01174 To ask the Scottish Government what immediate steps it is taking to ensure the safety and wellbeing of East and Southeast Asian residents in Scotland who report experiencing racially motivated harassm Burgess, Ariane Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01152 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S7W-00799 by Gillian Martin on 16 June 2026, whether it will provide an update regarding the issues that the Cabinet Secretary di Langan, Jamie Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01017 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact of the illegal use of (a) quad bikes and (b) off-road motorcycles on rural communities. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01048 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact of community policing on levels of antisocial behaviour. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7W-01039 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to address reports of intimidation and disorder in town centres by groups of youths. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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08 Jul 2026
S7M-00584 Congratulations to Brynn MacDonald on British Open Figure Skating Success MacGregor, Fulton Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00585 Celebrating 70 Years of the Isle of May as a National Nature Reserve Baker, Claire Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00581 Peter Bloomfield Recognised for Veterans' Work Eagle, Tim Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00587 Recognising the Border Ladies County Golf Association's 360 Challenge Hamilton, Rachael Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00582 Scottish Public Services Ombudsman Slater, Lorna Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00586 World Arthritis Day Hamilton, Rachael Motion
Members' Business Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7W-01564 To ask the Scottish Government, further to its news release of 18 November 2025, Heat in buildings: future plans, which stated, “We intend to introduce the [Buildings (Heating and Energy Perform Green, David Question
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07 Jul 2026
S7M-00583 Caremark Opens In Cardonald Campbell, Michelle Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7M-00579 Congratulating Ellen McBride on her Retirement as Church Representative on West Dunbartonshire Educational Services Committee Baillie, Jackie Motion
Standard Motion
07 Jul 2026
S7W-01581 To ask the Scottish Government how it plans to compile the proposed ancient woodland condition reports for the National Register of Ancient Woodland, including the frequency of updates and arrang Baillie, Jackie Question
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07 Jul 2026
S7W-01588 To ask the Scottish Government what further funding can be devolved to local authorities to enable an increase in the provision of funding towards the community policing fund. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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07 Jul 2026
S7W-01587 To ask the Scottish Government what additional funding is available to local authorities to enable them to increase their budget for community police officers. Cole-Hamilton, Alex Question
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07 Jul 2026
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Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the decline in speculative investment in forestry and natural capital projects, as set out in the Scottish Land Commission’s recent

S7W-01261 · Written Question · lodged by Eagle, Tim

Lodged on
23 Jun 2026
Heard / answered on
09 Jul 2026
To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the decline in speculative investment in forestry and natural capital projects, as set out in the Scottish Land Commission’s recent report on Scotland’s rural land market, affects the case for further intervention in the rural land market through lotting requirements in the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025.

The answer

The Scottish Government notes the findings of the Scottish Land Commission's Rural Land Market Insights 2026 report.The policy intent of the lotting provisions in the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 is to address issues relating to the scale and concentration of land ownership in Scotland. Scottish Land Commission research has highlighted that concentrated land ownership can negatively impact community sustainability, particularly through its effect on land availability.The policy rationale for lotting is not linked to trends in speculative investment in forestry or natural capital markets, which are more recent developments and were not the focus of the evidence base underpinning the Act.There are no plans to delay implementation of the lotting provisions. The Act was developed following extensive engagement with a broad range of stakeholders, including representatives of the rural property sector, and a full Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment considered the potential impacts of the measures on businesses and the rural land market.The Scottish Government is working closely with the Scottish Land Commission on implementation of the Act and wider land reform policy. Ministers and officials will continue to engage with stakeholders, including land agents, rural surveyors, lenders, representatives of the rural property sector and other land market interests, through consultation on secondary legislation and guidance. This engagement will help ensure that practical considerations are fully taken into account as implementation progresses.

Answered by Gillian Martin on 09 Jul 2026.