Emma Roddick

25 Jan 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government how it provides support to victims of violent crime in the pre-trial period.

18 Dec 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to the publication, Neurological Conditions: estimating the prevalence in Scotland of selected conditions using General Practice and Hospital Admissions datasets, of those with a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and in the GP practice …

Answer · Maree Todd: This publication’s Supporting Documents include a spreadsheet file titled ‘General Practice recorded diagnoses’. Table 4 in this spreadsheet shows GP recorded diagnoses of neurological conditions, by sex and age, for each neurological condition shown . In som…

18 Dec 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to the publication, Neurological Conditions: estimating the prevalence in Scotland of selected conditions using General Practice and Hospital Admissions datasets, of those with a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and in the GP practice …

Answer · Maree Todd: This publication’s Supporting Documents include a spreadsheet file titled ‘General Practice recorded diagnoses’. Table 4 in this spreadsheet shows GP recorded diagnoses of neurological conditions, by sex and age. For each neurological condition shown, it give…

18 Dec 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to the publication, Neurological Conditions: estimating the prevalence in Scotland of selected conditions using General Practice and Hospital Admissions datasets, for what reasons there are no data on the prevalence of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/C…

Answer · Maree Todd: NHS Ayrshire & Arran and NHS Highland did not participate in the extraction of data from the Scottish Primary Care Information Resource (SPIRE), so we were unable to provide general practice data on the prevalence of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue …

14 Dec 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government when it last engaged with the UK Government on the subject of EU replacement funding with respect to the rural affairs portfolio.

29 Nov 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the implementation of its policy, Language Learning in Scotland: A 1+2 Approach.   

25 Nov 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how children and young people can access their entitlement to the Young Persons’ (Under 22s) Free Bus Travel scheme in each local authority in the Highlands and Islands region.

Answer · Jenny Gilruth: Applications for the Young Persons’ Free Bus Travel Scheme can be made through getyournec.scot in all local authorities. Additionally, each local authority is responsible for providing alternative application route(s) for their residents. The application r…

16 Nov 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact that the increase in inflation will have on the ability of the public sector to deliver on its Covid Recovery Strategy.

9 Nov 2022 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it has made an assessment of the impact of carbon offset schemes on rural depopulation.

4 Nov 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government which activities involving animals it next plans to regulate under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021.

Answer · Mairi Gougeon: Future licensable activities are still under consideration, but may include commercial dog walking and pet grooming, the operation of livery yards, greyhound racing, and canine fertility clinics. We are also considering the case for revoking dated licensing l…

27 Oct 2022 · Inspired Question

To ask the Scottish Government when it will provide an update to the Parliament regarding NHS Highland’s escalated position.

Answer · Humza Yousaf: NHS Highland has now received all five reports from the Independent Review Panel (IRP) of the Healing Process and the work of the IRP is now concluded. The Board has made significant progress against the majority of the recommendations included in both the I…

26 Oct 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what progress has been made regarding increasing the employment rate for disabled people.

25 Oct 2022 · Inspired Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on progress to improve the resilience and capacity of the fleet for the Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Service.

Answer · Jenny Gilruth: As I have made clear in recent parliamentary statements, this government is absolutely committed to improving the lifeline ferry fleet and better meeting the needs of island communities. I indicated in my statement to Parliament on 8 September that I would c…

23 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an updated timescale for the stretches of the A9 that are still to be dualled, including at the Slochd Summit and Birnam, in light of the recent reported accidents on the road.

Answer · Jenny Gilruth: First, I express my sympathies to everyone who has been affected by the loss of a loved one and to anyone who has been injured on our roads over this year. The Government remains committed to investment in the A9, including dualling the road between Perth an…

23 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will commit to expanding access to pre-exposure prophylactics (PrEP) through the development of online services and remote prescribing.

Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government remains committed to eliminating HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030. To support work to meet this target the PrEP short-life working group, a sub-group of the HIV Transmission Elimination Oversight Group, was tasked with maximising …

23 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the launch of a Scotland-wide HIV Testing Week ahead of World AIDS Day.

Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government is committed to eliminating HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030. There are no current plans for a testing week in 2022. However, the Scottish Government commissioned an expert-led HIV transmission elimination proposal. Increased and …

10 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether environmental protections would be reduced in any Scottish investment zones.

Answer · John Swinney: As the First Minister has made clear, the creation of any Investment Zones here would have to reflect the devolution settlement, particularly as it relates to environmental protection. The Scottish Government is committed to a programme of enhancing nature pr…

10 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6F-01419 by Nicola Sturgeon on 6 October 2022 (Official Report, c. 21), when it plans to begin exploratory discussions with the UK Government about new investment zones for Scotland. 

Answer · John Swinney: Officials have initiated exploratory talks with UK Government, pressing for further clarity on the substance and process of proposals in England and the proposed framework for discussing a model for Investment Zones in Scotland.

10 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether legislative and/or regulatory change would be required to provide for any investment zones in Scotland.

Answer · John Swinney: This will be considered once further clarity has been provided on proposals for Investment Zones in Scotland. We have made clear that any model for Scotland must reflect the Scottish economic policy and governance landscape.

10 Oct 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how it will ensure that any Scottish investment zones are delivered in line with its commitment to keep pace with EU environmental standards under the UK Withdrawal from the European Union (Continuity) (Scotland) Act 2021.

Answer · John Swinney: The Scottish Government will only agree to Investment Zones if they reflect Scotland’s regulatory environment, aligning with EU regulation where appropriate and in a manner that contributes towards maintaining and advancing standards across a range of policy …

28 Sep 2022 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to reports that the Communication Workers Union has organised strikes for Royal Mail workers next month, including in Scotland.

27 Sep 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how it plans to fulfil its commitments to protect nature in Scotland and maintain or exceed EU environmental standards, in light of the reported plans by the UK Government to dismantle laws protecting nature.

Answer · Mairi McAllan: The Scottish Government is deeply concerned by, and fundamentally opposed to, the UK Government’s plans to potentially dismantle laws protecting nature as outlined in their Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill. As drafted, the Bill will undermine the …

26 Sep 2022 · Topical Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the UK Government's fiscal statement last week.

24 Sep 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how many vessels are used to control fishing and farming activity in Marine Protected Areas.

Answer · Mairi Gougeon: The Scottish Government operates 3 Marine Protection Vessels (MPVs) and 2 inshore protection craft. These are tasked on a risk basis within Scottish waters, and monitor compliance with relevant marine legislation including Marine Protected Areas.

24 Sep 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what budget it has allocated for (a) the prevention of the destruction of the marine environment and (b) efforts to police marine protection, including by vessels operated by (i) Marine Scotland and (ii) any other authorities.

Answer · Mairi Gougeon: The Scottish Government has allocated budget of £1,345,000 for the prevention of the destruction of the marine environment and allocated budget of £26,228,000 for efforts to police marine protection, including by vessels operated by (i) Marine Scotland and (i…

20 Sep 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it has had discussions with Ofgem regarding reported higher standing charges for energy in the Highlands and Islands.

22 Jun 2022 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the work of the Minimum Income Guarantee Steering Group.

21 Jun 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in light of reports of patients at abortion clinics in the Central Belt being harassed at these premises, whether it is monitoring activity at hospitals and clinics across the country, and whether instances of intimidation have occurred elsewhere in Scotland.

Answer · Maree Todd: As agreed by the Ministerial-led working group on Safe Access Zones, independent research has been commissioned by the Scottish Government; part of this research will involve more formal monitoring of the prevalence, nature and impact of any vigils or protest…

1 Jun 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in light of reports of patients at abortion clinics in the Central Belt being harassed at these premises, whether it is monitoring activity at hospitals and clinics across the country, and whether instances of intimidation have occurred elsewhere in Scotland.

Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government is committed to ensuring that women can access abortion services safely and without fear of intimidation or harassment. The Scottish Government is commissioning independent research which will provide evidence of protests and vigils. …

31 May 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government how its cross-government COVID recovery policies can reassure clinically vulnerable members of the public.