Patrick Harvie

25 Nov 2024 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government how the planned review of Creative Scotland will improve compliance with fair work principles in the culture sector. 

21 Nov 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

31 Oct 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

23 Oct 2024 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to reduce energy consumption from the built environment.

27 Sep 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding the possibility of designating Scottish bodies, including Creative Scotland, as endorsing bodies for the Global Talent Visa.

Answer · Kaukab Stewart: While immigration is reserved, the Scottish Government is committed to seeking to work collaboratively with the new UK Government to ensure that the UK immigration system reflects Scotland’s distinct demographic, cultural and economic needs. The First M…

27 Sep 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

24 Sep 2024 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking in response to reported concerns that the licensing scheme introduced by the Hunting with Dogs (Scotland) Act 2023 is acting as a loophole in the fox hunting ban.

19 Sep 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what environmental regulations control the release of non-biodegradable material, including electronic components, at events such as so-called lantern festivals.

Answer · Gillian Martin: There are no environmental regulations which specifically control the release of non-biodegradable material in sky lanterns. The Environmental Protection Act 1990 includes the offences of littering and offences relating to waste management, including the hand…

19 Sep 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what role (a) SEPA, (b) local authorities and (c) other bodies have or might be given in setting or enforcing controls regarding the release of non-biodegradable materials, including electronic components, into the environment at events such as so-called lantern festivals.

Answer · Gillian Martin: The Environmental Protection Act 1990 (“the EPA’’) regulates waste management, including the handling and disposal of non-biodegradable waste. SEPA and local authorities both have statutory enforcement functions under the EPA. Any event that…

17 Sep 2024 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government what discussions the culture secretary has had with the Music Venues Trust regarding the introduction of a ticket levy, on a voluntary or statutory basis, for stadium and arena shows, to support grassroots culture venues.

5 Sep 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

27 Aug 2024 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what action it has taken to implement the policy announced in March 2022 in regard to companies maintaining trade links with Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.

25 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how many building owners faced fines or other consequences for harm caused to birds by poorly installed or maintained netting, in the last three years for which figures are available.

Answer · Angela Constance: There is no specific criminal offence of causing harm to birds by poorly installed or maintained building netting. Should such an offence be prosecuted in Scottish criminal court it would most likely be done under Section 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act…

25 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will review the current rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting, with a view to requiring the use of alternative approaches and reducing harm to wild birds.

Answer · Jim Fairlie: The Scottish Government has no plans to review the current rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting, with a view to requiring the use of alternative approaches and reducing harm to birds.

25 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the current rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting are appropriate.

Answer · Jim Fairlie: There is no legislation that specifically sets out rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting. However, anyone obstructing or preventing any bird from using its nest during the nesting season through the installation of…

25 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government how it enforces the current rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting.

Answer · Jim Fairlie: There is no legislation that specifically sets out rules on the use of netting on buildings to prevent birds from nesting or roosting. However, it is an offence to obstruct or prevent any bird from using its nest during the nesting season, under Section 1 of …

23 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on when the final Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan will be published.

Answer · Gillian Martin: We will publish our finalised Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan later this Summer.  

23 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether the final Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan will set out further detail about the proposals of the Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy for supporting an approach to licensing of oil and gas exploration on a case-by-case basis, and how calculations will be made regard…

Answer · Gillian Martin: Offshore oil and gas licensing is reserved to the UK Government. The Scottish Government would be a willing partner in collaborative efforts, at UK and international levels, to further develop the detail of how robust and transparent Climate Compatibility Ch…

23 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to its Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan, how its proposed climate compatibility assessment for new oil and gas licences, and the methodology that it uses, will demonstrate alignment with the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees.

Answer · Gillian Martin: Gillian Martin: Offshore oil and gas licensing is reserved to the UK Government. The Scottish Government’s focus continues to be on meeting Scotland’s energy security needs, reducing emissions in line with Paris Agreement goals and ensuring a just transition…

23 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to its Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan, whether its proposed approach for supporting a climate compatibility assessment for new oil and gas licences will be the same as the climate compatibility checkpoint that was introduced by the UK Government in 2022, and, if no…

Answer · Gillian Martin: As set out in the responses to S6W-28715 and S6W-28717 on 6 August 2024, the Scottish Government has consulted on a range of proposals for aspects of Climate Compatibility Checkpoint design and application and will publish a finalised Energy Strategy and Just…

7 Jul 2024 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the First Minister's statement welcoming the Prime Minister's "commitment to forge a positive relationship between our governments", what its position is on what would constitute fulfilment of this commitment, and whether it will set out the details of specific changes that …

Answer · Kate Forbes: The Scottish Government is committed to acting in the best interests of Scotland. This includes working constructively with the UK Government and Westminster in order to benefit the people of Scotland. The Prime Minister has made clear his commitment to rebu…

19 Jun 2024 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government, as part of the delivery of its hate crime strategy, what action it is taking to tackle online extreme right-wing radicalisation.

13 Jun 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

5 Jun 2024 · SPCB Oral Question

To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what action it is taking to recognise Pride Month, including how it supports LGBTQ+ staff and visitors by ensuring that the Parliament remains a visibly inclusive environment.

28 May 2024 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government, in light of its recognition of a housing emergency, whether it will take steps to improve the application of policy 16 of the fourth National Planning Framework in relation to affordable housing.

23 May 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

2 May 2024 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

10 Jun 2021 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.

9 Jun 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government when Ministers last met with tenants' unions to discuss the development of the Rented Sector Strategy.

20 May 2021 · First Minister's Question

Question to be taken in Chamber.