Cathy Jamieson

26 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how many patients were waiting for a first appointment within Adult Psychological Therapies in each of the last 36 months.

Answer · Shona Robison: The information is not held centrally.</p> <p >We are developing an access target for psychological therapies for inclusion in HEAT in 2011-12 which will allow us to measure the referral to treatment times for psychological therapies.</p>

26 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what the average waiting time to access clinical psychology services in Ayrshire was in each of the last five years.

Answer · Shona Robison: The information is not held centrally.</p> <p >We are developing an access target for psychological therapies for inclusion in HEAT in 2011-12 which will allow us to measure the referral to treatment times for psychological therapies.</p>

26 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what action it is taking to improve clinical psychology services in Ayrshire

Answer · Shona Robison: Provision of quality clinical psychology services which meets the needs of the local population is primarily a matter for NHS Ayrshire and Arran and its planning partners to deliver, within the context of the Scottish Government''s strategic commitment to wor…

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive when the Cabinet Secretary for Justice last met the Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service to discuss the performance of HMP Addiewell

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</b></p> <p >It is the responsibility of the Scottish Prison Service to monitor the performance of HMP Addiewell. That performance has been satisf…

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive when the Cabinet Secretary for Justice last met the Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service to discuss the performance of HMP Kilmarnock

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</b></p> <p >It is the responsibility of the Scottish Prison Service to monitor the performance of HMP Kilmarnock. That performance has been satis…

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive when the Cabinet Secretary for Justice last met the Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service and what issues were discussed

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I regularly meet with the Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service to discuss matters affecting the service. My last such meeting was on 12 August 2010.</p>

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-35004 by Kenny MacAskill on 21 July 2010, whether it plans to assess the differences between the contracts for operation of HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell regarding (a) value for money and (b) reduction in reoffending

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</b></p> <p >The Scottish Prison Service has no plans to assess the differences between the contracts for HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell. The se…

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-35004 by Kenny MacAskill on 21 July 2010, whether it will outline the different ways in which HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell offer value for money

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond.  His response is as follows:</b></p> <p >Both HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell contracts have been drawn up to deliver value for money and the performance measurement system…

20 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-35004 by Kenny MacAskill on 21 July 2010, whether it will outline the different ways in which HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell are seeking to reduce reoffending

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</b></p> <p >Both HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell contribute to the reduction of re-offending by offering a range of programmes aimed at reducing…

18 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what discussions it has had with representatives of (a) South Ayrshire Council and (b) the Forestry Commission regarding the proposed energy-from-waste incinerator plant in Arecleoch Forest.

Answer · Richard Lochhead: We have had no discussion with South Ayrshire Council about this energy from waste plant, which is being proposed on land managed by Forestry Commission Scotland. The commission wants to encourage development of a railhead on this site to help take timber tra…

17 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how many applications made to the Energy Saving Trust (Scotland) for the Energy Saving Scotland home loan scheme were (a) granted and (b) rejected

Answer · Jim Mather: <em>At close of business on 27 August 2010, 818 loans had been offered and 185 applications had been rejected. A further 186 applications are currently being processed and 73 applications have been withdrawn by the applicant.</em><i></i></p>

17 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive many applications were made to the Energy Saving Trust (Scotland) for the Energy Saving Scotland home loan scheme

Answer · Jim Mather: <em>The Energy Saving Trust have received 1,262 applications under the Energy Saving Scotland home loan scheme</em><i>.</i></p>

6 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what action is being taken to improve and develop ferry links between Scotland and Ireland.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: There are no ferry services operating between Scotland and the Republic of Ireland. However, there are three commercial services currently operating between Scotland and Northern Ireland, as follows:</p> <p >Stranraer to Belfast (operated by Stena Line)*</p>…

6 Aug 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding the competitiveness of the Scottish ferry industry.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: There is regular liaison and discussion between the Scottish and UK Governments regarding a wide range of maritime matters, including the Scottish ferry industry.</p>

9 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what plans it has to follow the example of the Welsh Assembly Government and provide a top-up to the funds provided by the UK Government for the Child Trust Funds for looked-after children.

Answer · Adam Ingram: We have no plans to make further payments.</p>

9 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how many looked-after young people have not received the funds that they are entitled to from the Child Trust Fund that has already been passed to local authorities.

Answer · Adam Ingram: This information is not centrally held.</p>

9 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how it will ensure that looked-after children receive the money that they are due from the Child Trust Fund that has already been passed to local authorities.

Answer · Adam Ingram: Guidance on making payments was issued to local authorities in February 2009 and was further clarified in June 2010 in light of the decision by the UK Government to abolish Child Trust funds. I wrote to all local authorities on 29 July 2010 reminding them of …

7 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how much has been paid by wind farm operators in community benefit funding to community groups in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency in each year since 1999 and what projects have received this funding.

Answer · Jim Mather: The information requested is not held centrally. Community benefit agreements for wind farms are a private matter between the developer and communities concerned. The Scottish Government has no legal powers to compel parties to disclose the commercial details…

7 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what action is being taken to encourage wind farm developers to contribute to community development.

Answer · Jim Mather: The Scottish Government welcomes the commitment shown by developers through voluntary, ex-gratia community benefit agreements and has published guidance and models for delivery online at <a href="http://www.scotland.gov.uk/261186">http://www.scotland.gov.uk/2…

7 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive which wind farm operators have (a) operational sites, (b) developments being considered in the planning process and (c) expressed an interest in development in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.

Answer · Jim Mather: The Scottish Government''s Energy Consents Unit holds the following information on wind farm developments and potential developments of greater than 50 megawatts (MW) in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency: </p> <p >(a) Operation…

7 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how many planning applications for wind farms in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency are being considered.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: Information on wind farm applications being considered by Scottish Ministers is available by local authority areas.</b></p> <p >Applications for onshore wind farms in excess of 50 megawatts (MW) are considered by Scottish Ministers under Section 36 of the El…

7 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive how many expressions of interest have been submitted to develop wind farms in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.

Answer · Jim Mather: Information on expressions of interest to develop wind farms of 50 megawatts and below is not held centrally and is a matter for planning authorities across the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.</p> <p >Requests for scoping opinion…

6 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31065 by Jim Mather on 9 February 2010, what percentage of the total number of wind farms is located in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.

Answer · Jim Mather: Applications for onshore wind farms in excess of 50 megawatts (MW) are considered by Scottish ministers under Section 36 of the Electricity Act (1989) and a total of 30 wind farms in Scotland have been consented in this way.</p> <p >Of these 30 wind farms, f…

6 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31065 by Jim Mather on 9 February 2010, what additional electricity infrastructure is planned to facilitate new wind farms located in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.

Answer · Jim Mather: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-35166 answered on 30 July 2010. All answers to written parliamentary questions are available on the Parliament''s website, the search facility for which can be found at <a href="http://www.scottish.parliament.u…

6 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31065 by Jim Mather on 9 February 2010, what additional grid capacity will be needed to facilitate new wind farms located in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley parliamentary constituency.

Answer · Jim Mather: Responsibility for the development and reinforcement of grid infrastructure to accommodate new generating capacity is a matter for the relevant electricity Distribution Network Operator (DNO); in this case Scottish Power Networks. It is for individual develop…

6 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what discussions it has had with tourism industry representatives in South Ayrshire regarding the cumulative impact of wind farm developments.

Answer · Jim Mather: The Scottish Government has held no such discussions regarding wind farm applications under Section 36 of the Electricity Act (1989). However, where applications are to be determined by Scottish ministers there are robust and transparent planning procedures i…

6 Jul 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31065 by Jim Mather on 9 February 2010, what discussions it has had with local authorities regarding the cumulative impact of wind farm developments.

Answer · Stewart Stevenson: Officials from the Scottish Government''s Energy and Built Environment Directorates hold regular and routine discussions with local authorities about onshore renewables policy and land-use planning, including matters related to the cumulative impacts of wind …

30 Jun 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive what assessment it has made of the differences between the contract for the operation of HMP Kilmarnock and HMP Addiewell with reference to (a) value for money and (b) reduction in reoffending.

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</p> <p >Both contracts have been drawn up to deliver value for money and each contributes to the Scottish Government and Scottish Prison Services…

30 Jun 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive whether it will review the terms of the contract for the operation of HMP Kilmarnock.

Answer · Kenny MacAskill: I have asked John Ewing, Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service, to respond. His response is as follows:</p> <p >The SPS has no current plans to review the terms of the contract for HMP Kilmarnock.</p> <p >There is a mechanism for change which is sp…

30 Jun 2010 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-34103 by Jim Mather on 21 June 2010, how many completed applications to the boiler scrappage scheme were received and what the reason was for the refusal of any applications, broken down by postcode area

Answer · Jim Mather: Applications were approved on a first come, first served basis until the initial allocation of vouchers was equal to the budget allocated. The system did not record unsuccessful applications. A total of 4,602 vouchers were allocated during the initial allocat…