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S7W-00038 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of World Migratory Bird Day on 9 May 2026 and the reported decline in the number of swifts in recent years, when it plans to consult on the changes to building Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2026
S6W-44327 To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what progress has been made towards reviewing allowances for paternity and parental partner leave for all staff. Ruskell, Mark Question
SPCB Written Question
09 Apr 2026
S6O-05702 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any potential public health impact of silica air pollution.  Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
25 Mar 2026
S6O-05664 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of NHS Tayside having stopped accepting referrals for children without co-existing mental health disorders in March 2025, what further action it has taken to s Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
19 Mar 2026
S6W-44172 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the progress that Transport Scotland has made towards changing the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph on appropriate roads for which it Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Mar 2026
S6M-20921 Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
18 Mar 2026
S6W-44173 To ask the Scottish Government what funding will be available to local authorities that are still undertaking the roll out of 20mph zones to move forward, in light of the targeted £4 million fun Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Mar 2026
S6W-43619 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding any potential environmental impact, what its position is on the decommissioning and storage of nuclear submarines at dockyards in Scotland, including Ros Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Mar 2026
S6W-43961 To ask the Scottish Government when it last published a report on safe staffing levels in early learning and childcare provision. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Mar 2026
S6W-43962 To ask the Scottish Government whether the safe staffing guidance for early learning and childcare settings has been reviewed, including in relation to safe staffing levels when supporting children wi Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Mar 2026
S6W-43953 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on (a) what new action it has taken to reduce waiting times for gender-affirming care at Glasgow's Sandyford Gender Identity Clini Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Mar 2026
S6W-43872 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the active travel budget being underspent over the last two years of budget decisions, for what reason it was reduced in the Autumn revision of the Bud Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Mar 2026
S6W-43873 To ask the Scottish Government for what reason the £60 million Bus Infrastructure Fund is included under the Active and Sustainable Travel budget, rather than having its own line in the 2026-27 Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2026
S6W-43783 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to support youth organisations to include trans young people, in light of the UK Supreme Court’s judgment in For Women Scot Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2026
S6W-43784 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the UK Supreme Court’s judgment in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers and any subsequent updates to equali Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2026
S6M-20934 European Charter of Local Self-Government (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill (Reconsideration) Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
03 Mar 2026
S6W-43821 To ask the Scottish Government whether it (a) has considered creating guidelines for Scotland relating to the way that Business Improvement District (BID) levies are set and enforced and (b) plans to Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
27 Feb 2026
S6W-43785 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to address any issues regarding the potential financial burden or loss of living-cost funding associated with the different Student Awards Agenc Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Feb 2026
S6W-43816 To ask the Scottish Government what powers it has to shape incinerator capacity once all planned incinerator facilities have entered into the full consultation process. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
25 Feb 2026
S6W-43818 To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to waste being sent for incineration in Scotland, whether (a) it knows where this waste comes from and (b) it is possible for waste to be sen Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
25 Feb 2026
S6W-43817 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of its recent agreement with Environmental Standards Scotland regarding action to prevent excess incineration capacity, whether it plans to conduct its revised Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
25 Feb 2026
S6W-43820 To ask the Scottish Government what resources it estimates will be required to conduct a revised incinerator capacity analysis. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
25 Feb 2026
S6W-43744 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the (a) prevalence of respiratory disease and (b) number of emergency hospital admissions for respiratory conditions nationally, and what Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Feb 2026
S6W-43745 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the potential role of a respiratory framework in reducing winter pressures on the NHS by simultaneously improving outcomes for long-te Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Feb 2026
S6M-20882 Celebrating the Success of Fife Musician Jacob Alon Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
23 Feb 2026
S6M-20883 Solidarity with University of Stirling UCU Members Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
23 Feb 2026
S6M-20884 Recognising the Work of Independent Advocacy Perth and Kinross Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
23 Feb 2026
S6M-20820 A Just Transition Fund for Mossmorran
3 linked amendments
Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
18 Feb 2026
S6W-43618 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking in response to the UK Government report, Global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Feb 2026
S6W-43545 To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to a requirement for greyhounds exiting the racing industry to have a complete veterinary history, including full disclosure of any injur Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Feb 2026
S6W-43420 To ask the Scottish Government how many tickets that would have previously been considered peak-fare have been sold on ScotRail routes since the permanent removal of peak fares in September 2025. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Feb 2026
S6W-43415 To ask the Scottish Government, regarding ScotRail’s most recent procurement tender for a new rail fleet, how many battery electric multiple units will be (a) procured and (b) allocated for Fife Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Feb 2026
S6W-43423 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to concerns that the Active Travel Infrastructure Fund is making it more difficult for community projects to access funding needed to deliver their Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Feb 2026
S6W-43440 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-40006 by Fiona Hyslop on 18 September 2025, what recent discussions it has had with the operator regarding the Fair Work First cri Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Feb 2026
S6W-43414 To ask the Scottish Government whether the procurement of new rail stock will include an increase in carriages with cycle storage spaces, in light of a reported lack of storage on certain routes. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Feb 2026
S6W-43418 To ask the Scottish Government how many first-class rail tickets across all ScotRail routes have been sold since the permanent removal of peak fares in September 2025. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Feb 2026
S6W-43419 To ask the Scottish Government what change there has been to passenger numbers on ScotRail routes since the permanent removal of peak fares in September 2025. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Feb 2026
S6W-43417 To ask the Scottish Government what action is being taken to address overcrowding on the commuter trains on the Dunfermline/Alloa – Edinburgh route. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Feb 2026
S6W-43546 To ask the Scottish Government what mechanisms are in place to ensure that all greyhounds residing in Scotland have microchips registered with approved database operators. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43547 To ask the Scottish Government what enforcement mechanisms are in place to mitigate issues arising from a greyhound having a microchip registered with a non-approved database operator. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43439 To ask the Scottish Government what recent discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding seafarers’ employment rights on any new roll-on, roll-off ferry services between Rosyth and Dun Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43435 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has discussed the Fair Work Convention with (a) DFDS, (b) Ptarmigan Shipping and (c) trade unions, in relation to the crewing of vessels on any new roll-on, r Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43433 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate it has made of the number of (a) seafarer and (b) port jobs in Scotland that could be created by the introduction of a roll-on, roll-off passenger and frei Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43425 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will commit to a national path fund, in light of the impact of the Ian Findlay Path Fund that has been delivered by Walking Scotland. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43429 To ask the Scottish Government what long-term implementation plan is in place to reduce Type 1 emergency department bed occupancy to below the 85% level advised by the Royal College of Emergency Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43416 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will prioritise rail fleet improvements for Fife routes, in light of reports that a significant portion of the trains currently servicing the route are older Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43426 To ask the Scottish Government what proportion of the regional transport partnerships’ budgets is spent on (a) walking and (b) wheeling. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43427 To ask the Scottish Government what measures it is taking to ensure (a) the improvement and maintenance of paths and path networks and (b) sustained investment to support outdoor access, access office Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43437 To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to ensure that the five dimensions in the Fair Work Framework are applied to (a) seafarer and (b) port jobs in Scotland connected to any roll-on, Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43434 To ask the Scottish Government what estimate it has made of the level of public funding required to restart a ferry service between Scotland and Continental Europe. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43428 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will commit to ending corridor care in NHS Scotland, and, if so, whether it will set clear milestones, timelines and accountability mechanisms to ensure that Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43424 To ask the Scottish Government what measures it is taking to make paths and streets accessible to all in (a) rural and (b) urban communities. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Feb 2026
S6W-43438 To ask the Scottish Government when its (a) ministers and (b) officials last met representatives of (i) DFDS, (ii) Ptarmigan Shipping and (iii) the Port of Dunkirk to discuss roll-on, roll-off ferry s Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 Feb 2026
S6W-43421 To ask the Scottish Government how regional transport partnerships will access the £4 million allocated in the draft Scottish Budget 2026-27 to support bus franchising, as set out in the Transpo Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Feb 2026
S6W-43436 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to launch a public consultation on any legislation required to enable the operation of roll-on, roll-off (a) passenger and (b) freight ferry services be Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Feb 2026
S6W-43422 To ask the Scottish Government what financial support there will be for regional transport partnerships to support the development and delivery of franchising of local bus services. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Feb 2026
S6W-43430 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will introduce (a) standards and (b) regular public reporting on hospital discharges and the use of non-clinical spaces to deliver care, in light of national Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Feb 2026
S6O-05467 To ask the Scottish Government what action is being taken to ensure the safety of people seeking asylum who are housed in hotels across Perth. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
05 Feb 2026
S6M-20525 European Charter of Local Self-Government (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill (Reconsideration) Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
04 Feb 2026
S6W-43270 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has assessed the safety of fixed ankle leashes in water sports, and what consideration it has given to regulating the sale and use of these for such purposes. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
03 Feb 2026
S6M-20527 Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
29 Jan 2026
S6W-42792 To ask the Scottish Government what obligations are placed on bus operators to accept the National Entitlement Card for local cross-border journeys. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Jan 2026
S6O-05359 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions the Deputy First Minister has had with ministerial colleagues regarding when a Just Transition Fund for Mossmorran will be introduced. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
14 Jan 2026
S6W-42486 To ask the Scottish Government what it considers the practical effects of Part 5 of the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill would be with respect to reserved matters, including energy consents, transp Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
31 Dec 2025
S6M-20223 6,000 Trees Planted in Sauchie Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
17 Dec 2025
S6M-20222 Congratulating STEP Business Centre Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
17 Dec 2025
S6M-20224 Mid-Scotland and Fife Projects Win Big with National Lottery Funding Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
17 Dec 2025
S6O-05293 To ask the Scottish Government what progress has been made to update national guidance for local authorities on their responsibilities to uphold public access rights. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
17 Dec 2025
S6M-20057.2 Connecting Scotland Ruskell, Mark Motion
Amendment
10 Dec 2025
S6W-42136 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on the extent to which the Housing Emergency Action Plan is helping to meet its commitment to end homelessness. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2025
S6W-42171 To ask the Scottish Government when it anticipates that it will publish its response to NatureScot’s review of the bird species on schedule 2 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
08 Dec 2025
S6W-42137 To ask the Scottish Government how it will use the learnings from the Ask and Act pilots to determine budget requirements for the full implementation of the homelessness duties contained in the Housi Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
02 Dec 2025
S6O-05216 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the assessment by the Scottish Human Rights Commission that disabled and autistic people are not being supported to exercise their right to independent livin Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
27 Nov 2025
S6M-19632 Better Bus Services
3 linked amendments
Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
12 Nov 2025
S6W-41660 To ask the Scottish Government what actions it is taking to facilitate access to EV charging using home energy tariffs for residents with no off-street parking.  Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Nov 2025
S6O-05048 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the proposed ferry route between Rosyth and Dunkirk. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
09 Oct 2025
S6W-40746 To ask the Scottish Government what (a) percentage and (b) area in km2 of (i) inshore Marine Protected Areas and (ii) other inshore waters have year-round spatial restrictions on (A) scallop dredging, Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
07 Oct 2025
S6O-05022 To ask the Scottish Government when it last met with residents in Tillicoultry who were evacuated from their homes two years ago when reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete was discovered. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
02 Oct 2025
S6M-19077 Celebrating Climate Action in Fife Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
25 Sep 2025
S6M-19041 Recognition of Fife Gingerbread's Family Approach Project Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
24 Sep 2025
S6M-19039 Fire Station Creative 10 Year Anniversary Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
24 Sep 2025
S6W-40051 To ask the Scottish Government how it has supported residents in Tillicoultry who were evacuated from their homes in September 2023 due to the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
23 Sep 2025
S6W-40006 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has made any progress towards a decision on the Waterborne Freight Grant Application, submitted by DFDS, in relation to the Rosyth-Dunkirk ferry route. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Sep 2025
S6W-40052 To ask the Scottish Government how it is facilitating reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) exploration work in residential properties across Scotland. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
16 Sep 2025
S6W-40053 To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with the UK Government regarding reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in private and public housing stock in Scotland. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
16 Sep 2025
S6W-40001 To ask the Scottish Government how many road accidents on the (a) A84 and (b) A85 have been reported between January 2023 and August 2025, broken down by (i) month and (ii) severity.  Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
16 Sep 2025
S6M-18884 Perth and Kinross Reaffirms Status as Council of Sanctuary Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
15 Sep 2025
S6W-40002 To ask the Scottish Government what action is being taken to improve road safety on the (a) A84 and (b) A85, in light of recent reports of road traffic incidents. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Sep 2025
S6M-18763.2 Twenty Years of Scotland's Railway Providing a Strong Platform for the Future Ruskell, Mark Motion
Amendment
08 Sep 2025
S6W-40005 To ask the Scottish Government whether it has had any discussions with (a) the UK Government and (b) Port of Rosyth officials regarding any estimated costs to upgrade the Port of Rosyth’s infras Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
08 Sep 2025
S6W-40003 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of reports that it is the responsibility of the Scottish Government to make the necessary legislative amendment to formally authorise Grangemouth as an inland Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
08 Sep 2025
S6W-40004 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will confirm in writing to the partners of the Project Brave ferry project that it will begin the process of making the necessary legislative amendment to for Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
08 Sep 2025
S6W-39630 To ask the Scottish Government what representations it will make to ensure that television coverage of the Tour de France is free to air when the event comes to Scotland in 2027. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Aug 2025
S6W-39579 To ask the Scottish Government what the costs were for the security resources that were dedicated to supporting President Trump’s visit to Scotland in July 2025.  Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Aug 2025
S6W-39051 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the level of skills and abilities of children starting primary school, and whether there has been a recorded decline in these over the las Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
29 Jul 2025
S6W-39052 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the policy recommendations in the University of Manchester report, On Hydrogen, including their potential impact on future (a) policy and Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Jul 2025
S6W-39050 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the University of Manchester report, On Hydrogen, what consideration it has given to the potential role that the recently established large industrial clust Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Jul 2025
S6W-39042 To ask the Scottish Government what its next steps will be once the current pollinator strategy ends, including how it plans to evaluate the performance of the strategy. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Jul 2025
S6W-39332 To ask the Scottish Government whether Scottish Forestry and Forestry and Land Scotland have published plans to mitigate any impacts of the larch removal policy to control phytophthora ramorum to ensu Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Jul 2025
S6W-39331 To ask the Scottish Government whether Scottish Forestry carried out a strategic environmental assessment of its larch removal policy for the control of phytophthora ramorum and to consider what poten Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Jul 2025
S6W-39054 To ask the Scottish Government, following the removal of peak rail fares in September, whether super off-peak tickets will still be available for purchase at a reduced rate to commuters, and, if so, t Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Jul 2025
S6M-18330 Congratulating Waid Academy Students on Reaching HRUC National Innovation Challenge Final Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
16 Jul 2025
S6W-39100 To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what steps it is taking to make the parliamentary estate more pollinator-friendly, and whether these steps include (a) planting a more diverse array of Ruskell, Mark Question
SPCB Written Question
11 Jul 2025
S6W-39053 To ask the Scottish Government what medical assessment is required by decision makers when authorising the renewal of Blue Badges; what type of healthcare professionals are involved in the renewal pro Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
08 Jul 2025
S6O-04832 To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body, further to the response to question S6O-04050, what the findings were of the review of the terms and conditions of staff employed by MSPs, particularl Ruskell, Mark Question
SPCB Oral Question
19 Jun 2025
S6O-04824 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its discussions with the UK Government regarding the Asylum Right to Work Pilot proposal, in light of the Home Office reportedly sta Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
19 Jun 2025
S6W-38214 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-35205 by Jim Fairlie on 11 March 2025, whether it has reconvened the working group with third sector representatives to Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Jun 2025
S6M-17964 Clean Air Day 2025 Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
16 Jun 2025
S6W-38215 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answers to questions S6W-35787 and S6W-27244 by Jim Fairlie on 26 March 2025 and 13 May 2024 respectively, whether it will provide an Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
10 Jun 2025
S6F-04145 To ask the First Minister what action the Scottish Government is taking to secure a direct ferry route between Scotland and France. Ruskell, Mark Question
First Minister's Question
05 Jun 2025
S6O-04749 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on using the powers outlined in the International Criminal Court (Scotland) Act 2001 to prosecute nationals and residents of the UK residing in Scot Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
04 Jun 2025
S6W-37801 To ask the Scottish Government, in light of reports of fires at recycling centres across the Mid Scotland and Fife region, what action it is taking to (a) identify and (b) reduce any risk of fires at Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
03 Jun 2025
S6W-37704 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-31971 by Gillian Martin on 12 December 2024, and the publication of its Programme for Government 2025-26, for what reason it no lo Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
30 May 2025
S6O-04729 To ask the Scottish Government what action it will take to support transgender people following the recent Supreme Court ruling, in light of reported concerns from transgender people, and their friend Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
29 May 2025
S6W-37508 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-35785 by Jim Fairlie on 26 March 2025, whether (a) NatureScot presented its final version of the species licensing review to the S Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
29 May 2025
S6M-17594 Celebrating Buglife’s New Campaign, Don’t Neglect the Night Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
21 May 2025
S6M-17595 STUC's New Report, The Next Stop: The Case for Publicly Owned Buses in Scotland Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
21 May 2025
S6M-17597 Celebrating World Bee Day 2025 Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
21 May 2025
S6W-37440 To ask the Scottish Government how noise detection equipment is being deployed by Police Scotland in relation to motorbikes that break noise limits. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 May 2025
S6O-04656 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will issue a formal public apology to members of the Gypsy/Traveller community, in light of reports of the harm caused by what was known as the Tinker Experim Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
15 May 2025
S6W-37413 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether there is a need to improve enforcement of the ban on engine idling to achieve its vision for Scotland to have the cleanest air in Europe Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2025
S6W-37416 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will update the 2003 guidance, Local Authority Powers to Require Drivers to Switch Off Engines When Parked, to enable local authorities to more effectively en Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2025
S6W-37415 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will amend regulation 8(b) of the Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty) (Scotland) Regulations 2003 to increase the level of fines from £20 t Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2025
S6W-37414 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will adopt the recommendations set out in the letter to the Cabinet Secretary for Transport of 11 March 2025, which was signed by over 20 councillors and envi Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2025
S6W-37417 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect marine life currently at risk from bottom-trawling, and whether these actions will include further enforcement of requirements to rel Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
13 May 2025
S6O-04620 To ask the Scottish Government what pathways are available to obtain a child ADHD assessment for those who do not have a co-existing mental health disorder that meets the CAMHS mental health criteria Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
07 May 2025
S6W-36941 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to support households in rural areas with energy costs, in light of the 6.4% increase to the Ofgem price cap. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 May 2025
S6M-17362.3 Ending the “War” Against Scotland’s Motorists Ruskell, Mark Motion
Amendment
30 Apr 2025
S6W-36963 To ask the Scottish Government whether it is aware of any unintended consequence of the public procurement process that may have resulted in small businesses being disadvantaged, including losing out Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
29 Apr 2025
S6W-37000 To ask the Scottish Government what progress it has made in engaging with officials from the Senedd with regard to the Welsh Government's commitment to phase out greyhound racing. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Apr 2025
S6O-04556 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what the timescale is to adapt the HMP Stirling estate to address the ongoing noise complaints, in light of reports from reside Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
23 Apr 2025
S6W-36424 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has carried out regarding traffic options to enable safer pedestrian access on the A84 at Bridge of Teith. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
22 Apr 2025
S6W-36318 To ask the Scottish Government what progress is being made with the appointment of the Traffic Commissioner for Scotland. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
22 Apr 2025
S6W-36321 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill, which is currently being considered by the House of Lords. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
22 Apr 2025
S6W-36319 To ask the Scottish Government when it will publish an updated environment strategy. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
22 Apr 2025
S6M-17012 Congratulating Perth Parrots Floorball Club Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
01 Apr 2025
S6M-16838 Support for Stella Maris Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
27 Mar 2025
S6W-35786 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-05017 by Mairi McAllan on 6 January 2022, what plans it has to update the list of game species, including removing species that ha Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Mar 2025
S6W-35785 To ask the Scottish Government when the species licensing review will (a) conclude and (b) report to ministers, and by what date the findings will be published. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Mar 2025
S6W-35787 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-27244 by Jim Fairlie on 13 May 2024, whether it will provide an update on how many journeys have been made through the Young Pers Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Mar 2025
S6O-04477 To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what discussions it has had with the Scottish Parliamentary Pension Scheme trustees about investments in Tesla and any other companies that may conflic Ruskell, Mark Question
SPCB Oral Question
20 Mar 2025
S6O-04458 To ask the Scottish Government when it will conclude its assessment of the casefor a new rail station at Newburgh. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
20 Mar 2025
S6W-35442 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the work by the Scottish Prison Service to address reports of noise disturbance at HMP Cornton Vale. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Mar 2025
S6O-04435 To ask the Scottish Government whether it can provide an update on its work to end conversion practices, including whether it anticipates any delay to its joint work with the UK Government on this as Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
13 Mar 2025
S6M-16674 Annual BeeWalk Report Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
05 Mar 2025
S6W-34989 To ask the Scottish Government whether NatureScot will release the notes of (a) meetings and (b) any other discussions it has had with Scottish Land and Estates to discuss grouse shoot licensing. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2025
S6W-34990 To ask the Scottish Government what (a) meetings and (b) other discussions took place between ministers and/or its officials with NatureScot in advance of the agency introducing new guidance related t Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2025
S6W-34988 To ask the Scottish Government how many (a) meetings and (b) other discussions NatureScot and Scottish Land and Estates have held to discuss (i) the legal opinions regarding the wording of the Wildlif Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2025
S6W-34987 To ask the Scottish Government for what reason NatureScot reportedly did not invite each of the groups involved in the development of the Grouse Code of Practice to (a) meetings and (a) engage in con Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2025
S6W-34938 To ask the Scottish Government how many train (a) arrivals and (b) departures there have been at (i) Cameron Bridge and (ii) Leven rail station each month since June 2024. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Mar 2025
S6F-03851 To ask the First Minister how the Scottish Government will protect the lives of racing greyhounds. Ruskell, Mark Question
First Minister's Question
27 Feb 2025
S6M-16572 Cheaper Rail Fares
3 linked amendments
Ruskell, Mark Motion
Motion For Debate
26 Feb 2025
S6M-16303 Consent for Rosebank Oil Field Ruled Unlawful Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
12 Feb 2025
S6M-16155 Save Local Libraries Ruskell, Mark Motion
Members' Business Motion
05 Feb 2025
S6W-33994 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-08334 by Tom Arthur on 17 May 2022, for what reason amendments to permitted development rights for private ways, known as hill tra Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
03 Feb 2025
S6M-16256 Congratulating Recyke-a-bike on its 20th Anniversary Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
29 Jan 2025
S6M-16273 Supporting Scottish Raptor Study Group Volunteers Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
29 Jan 2025
S6O-04256 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions the culture secretary has had with ministerial colleagues regarding the potential impact on the provision of library services in Mid-Scotland Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
29 Jan 2025
S6O-04226 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to increase access to thrombectomies in the Fife region, in light of the reported 1.9% increase in investment in the National Thrombectomy Servi Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
22 Jan 2025
S6W-32259 To ask the Scottish Government how much funding has been allocated in its draft Budget 2025-26 for (a) the Active Travel Infrastructure Fund, (b) Places for Everyone projects, (c) the National Cycle N Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
21 Jan 2025
S6W-32793 To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with (a) NatureScot and (b) other relevant stakeholders about varying licence conditions for bird ringing, in relation to schedule 1 of the W Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
20 Jan 2025
S6W-32795 To ask the Scottish Government what progress it has made on applying a cap to fishing activity in inshore waters, of up to three nautical miles, that will limit activity to current levels and set a ce Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 Jan 2025
S6W-32860 To ask the Scottish Government what licence conditions requiring prior landowner notification are applied in relation to each species under schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
16 Jan 2025
S6W-32798 To ask the Scottish Government what financial support it provides to prevent the closure of public libraries. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
16 Jan 2025
S6W-32797 To ask the Scottish Government what action it will take to prevent so-called "ghost fishing". Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 Jan 2025
S6W-32534 To ask the Scottish Government what level of carbon emissions a power generator can produce and still be considered "low-carbon". Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Jan 2025
S6O-04176 To ask the Scottish Government how the needs of pupils with additional support needs are taken into account in the procurement and replacement of the school estate. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
09 Jan 2025
S6W-32535 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the open letter signed by 30 climate organisations calling on it to order SSE and Equinor to resubmit an “honest assessment” of the f Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
07 Jan 2025
S6W-32260 To ask the Scottish Government what the cost will be to deliver each local authority's 20mph speed limit implementation plan. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
03 Jan 2025
S6W-32058 To ask the Scottish Government what consultation it has had with local authorities regarding the ScotRail proposal to reduce the opening hours of a number of station ticket offices, in light of the sp Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Dec 2024
S6W-32057 To ask the Scottish Government what consultation is underway with the Mobility and Access Committee Scotland (MACS) regarding the ScotRail proposal to reduce station ticket office opening hours across Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Dec 2024
S6W-31893 To ask the Scottish Government how much funding has been awarded through the Agri-Environment Climate Scheme for the restoration of natural processes in each year since 2015. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
13 Dec 2024
S6W-31891 To ask the Scottish Government whether access to funding available through tiers 3 and 4 of its future agriculture support regime will be dependent upon eligibility for tier 1. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
13 Dec 2024
S6W-31971 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to introduce primary legislation to reform water, wastewater and drainage systems within the current parliamentary session. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
12 Dec 2024
S6W-31897 To ask the Scottish Government what action it will take to ensure that Police Scotland designs its Digital Evidence Sharing Capability to enable the public to upload journey-cam footage directly to th Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31898 To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to ensure that Police Scotland acts on recommendation 1 of the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland report, Thematic inspection of road p Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31888 To ask the Scottish Government how much funding has been awarded through Greening payments for the restoration of natural processes in each year since 2015. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31899 To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on recommendation 10 of the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland report, Thematic inspection of road policing in Scotland, that Police Scotla Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31890 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will consider introducing an option for agriculture support to be made available to landholdings where nature restoration is the primary aim. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31717 To ask the Scottish Government when it will publish its updated route map to achieve a 20% reduction in car kilometres by 2030. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31718 To ask the Scottish Government whether the regulations are in place to allow local authorities to introduce congestion charge schemes, and what support is available for local authorities to introduce Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Dec 2024
S6W-31539 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the recommendations of ASLEF's 2024 report, Dignity for Drivers. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 Dec 2024
S6W-31892 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to review the Weeds Act 1959, in light of all of the “injurious weeds” listed in it reportedly being considered native plants vital to biodi Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Dec 2024
S6O-04074 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on how it will ensure that all appropriate roads have a safer speed limit of 20mph by 2025. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
05 Dec 2024
S6W-31716 To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-29293 by Jim Fairlie on 24 September 2024, whether it will provide more detailed information distinguishing between public and pri Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
05 Dec 2024
S6W-31889 To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to review the classification of wildlife habitats such as marsh, trees, ponds and scrub as "ineligible features" in any future guidance issued in connec Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Dec 2024
S6O-04050 To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what consideration has been given to reviewing its parental leave policies. Ruskell, Mark Question
SPCB Oral Question
28 Nov 2024
S6M-15612.1 Tackling Abuse of Bus Drivers Ruskell, Mark Motion
Amendment
27 Nov 2024
S6O-04004 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland’s latest report on road policing. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
21 Nov 2024
S6W-30839 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the recommendations in the Asthma + Lung UK Scotland report, Clearing the Air: Transport + Lung Health. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Nov 2024
S6O-03863 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on how it is supporting local transport authorities to franchise bus services. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
31 Oct 2024
S6W-30403 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the recommendation within the Scottish Land Commission's report, Land Reform and Taxation: Advice to Scottish Ministers, to (a) establish "a prog Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
28 Oct 2024
S6M-15017 Clearing the Air: Transport + Lung Health Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
24 Oct 2024
S6W-30300 To ask the Scottish Government whether a local authority that introduces a workplace parking levy under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019 could set different levels of licence charge for workers (a) w Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
15 Oct 2024
S6W-30299 To ask the Scottish Government whether a local authority that introduces a workplace parking levy under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019 could set local exemptions for workers (a) with incomes below Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
15 Oct 2024
S6O-03811 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the recommendations in the recent Oxfam Scotland report, Cleared for Take-off: A Private Jet Tax for Scotland. Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
03 Oct 2024
S6W-30058 To ask the Scottish Government what impact the announced £1 million of savings from its Nature Restoration budget will have on any projects in the Mid Scotland and Fife region funded by the Edin Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
02 Oct 2024
S6W-30061 To ask the Scottish Government whether it can provide a list of any Cleaner Air for Scotland 2 (CAFS2) actions that may be impacted by the announced £0.1 million reduction in its Air quality pub Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
30 Sep 2024
S6W-29893 To ask the Scottish Government how it is encouraging NHS boards to provide plant-based meal options for patients. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
30 Sep 2024
S6W-28026 To ask the Scottish Government what powers it has over mineral mining activity in Scotland,in light of written answer HL3093 in the House of Lords on 20 March 2024, inwhich the Minister of State in th Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Sep 2024
S6W-28027 To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any potential impact oncommunities in Scotland of the (a) UK Critical Mineral Strategy and (b)findings of the report, Potential for Critic Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Sep 2024
S6W-29290 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide a breakdown of the annual deer cull figures in Scotland in each of the past five years. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Sep 2024
S6W-29291 To ask the Scottish Government whether NatureScot will consider the new research findings published in the British Ecological Society journal, Ecological Solutions and Evidence, outlining the ecologic Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Sep 2024
S6W-29293 To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide the most recent deer culling figures broken down by (a) public bodies and (b) private landowners. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Sep 2024
S6W-29292 To ask the Scottish Government what policy measures and incentives it is considering in order to reach its commitment to increase the national deer cull by 25% or 50,000 deer each year. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Sep 2024
S6W-29294 To ask the Scottish Government how NatureScot (a) assesses, (b) monitors and (c) publicises routine progress toward reaching the additional 50,000 deer cull target. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
24 Sep 2024
S6W-29658 To ask the Scottish Government how any funds for a sports facility at Park of Keir will be re-allocated, in light of the withdrawal of the project. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
23 Sep 2024
S6M-14547 Oxfam’s Report on Private Jet Tax for Scotland Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
18 Sep 2024
S6M-14549 Butterfly Emergency Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
18 Sep 2024
S6O-03727 To ask the Scottish Government when it last met with the Scottish Prison Service to discuss the findings of HM Inspectorate of Prisons for Scotland's report on the full inspection of HMP YOI Stirling. Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
18 Sep 2024
S6W-29374 To ask the Scottish Government when NatureScot will be revising its Scottish Biodiversity List of species and habitats that Scottish Ministers consider to be of principal importance for biodiversity c Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Sep 2024
S6M-14451 #SayNoToShein Campaign Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
12 Sep 2024
S6M-14405.1 Ending Peak Rail Fares on ScotRail Trains Ruskell, Mark Motion
Amendment
11 Sep 2024
S6W-29136 To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the HM Inspectorate of Prisons for Scotland report, HMP & YOI Stirling, Full Inspection, 19 February to 23 February 2024. Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
28 Aug 2024
S6W-28842 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Aug 2024
S6W-28691 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Aug 2024
S6W-28692 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
19 Aug 2024
S6W-28671 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
13 Aug 2024
S6W-28576 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 Aug 2024
S6W-28477 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
30 Jul 2024
S6W-28335 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
25 Jul 2024
S6W-28363 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
22 Jul 2024
S6W-28411 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
15 Jul 2024
S6W-28410 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
09 Jul 2024
S6M-13824 Glenfarg Community Transport Group Wins Best Bus Service Award Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
01 Jul 2024
S6W-28209 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
26 Jun 2024
S6W-28035 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Jun 2024
S6W-28028 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
18 Jun 2024
S6W-28034 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 Jun 2024
S6W-28033 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 Jun 2024
S6W-27907 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
11 Jun 2024
S6F-03205 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
First Minister's Question
06 Jun 2024
S6W-27867 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 Jun 2024
S6W-27866 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
06 Jun 2024
S6O-03540 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
General Question
06 Jun 2024
S6M-13270 Permanently Ending Peak Rail Fares on ScotRail Ruskell, Mark Motion
Members' Business Motion
06 Jun 2024
S6W-27671 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
04 Jun 2024
S6M-13409 Welcoming New Levenmouth Rail Link Stations Ruskell, Mark Motion
Standard Motion
30 May 2024
S6W-27668 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
29 May 2024
S6W-27526 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
29 May 2024
S6W-27670 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
28 May 2024
S6W-27455 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
28 May 2024
S6O-03463 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Portfolio Question
22 May 2024
S6W-27239 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
21 May 2024
S6W-27241 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
21 May 2024
S6W-27242 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 May 2024
S6W-27253 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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17 May 2024
S6W-27263 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
17 May 2024
S6W-27260 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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17 May 2024
S6W-27262 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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17 May 2024
S6W-27252 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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17 May 2024
S6W-27259 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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17 May 2024
S6W-27264 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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16 May 2024
S6W-27256 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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16 May 2024
S6W-27265 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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16 May 2024
S6W-27249 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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15 May 2024
S6W-27254 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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15 May 2024
S6W-27269 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
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14 May 2024
S6W-27251 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2024
S6W-27248 No title given Ruskell, Mark Question
Written Question
14 May 2024
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Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in light of World Migratory Bird Day on 9 May 2026 and the reported decline in the number of swifts in recent years, when it plans to consult on the changes to building

S7W-00038 · Written Question · lodged by Ruskell, Mark

Lodged on
14 May 2026
Heard / answered on
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To ask the Scottish Government, in light of World Migratory Bird Day on 9 May 2026 and the reported decline in the number of swifts in recent years, when it plans to consult on the changes to building regulations required to bring into force the requirement for swift bricks included in the Natural Environment (Scotland) Act 2011.
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