Bill Kidd

11 Jul 2023 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what information it holds on the latest known levels for the starting salary for a qualified teacher in Scotland, and on how this compares to the levels in (a) England and (b) Wales.

Answer · Jenny Gilruth: The current starting salary for a fully qualified/registered teacher in Scotland is £37,896, compared to (a) £28,000 in England and (b) £29,278 in Wales.

26 Jun 2023 · First Minister's Question

To ask the First Minister what steps the Scottish Government is taking to help raise awareness of the importance of stem cell donation in the treatment of blood cancer and blood disorder.

31 May 2023 · Portfolio Question

Withdrawn.

24 May 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what discussions have taken place with Forestry and Land Scotland regarding the upcoming 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships.

10 May 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office regarding the reported communique to UK ambassadors and diplomats and their involvement in the Scottish Government’s international engagements.

3 May 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what it is doing to help ensure that quality Scotch Beef is available in supermarkets in Scotland.

24 Apr 2023 · Topical Question

To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with the SQA regarding the preparations for this year’s exams.

11 Apr 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the Inclusion Health Action in General Practice programme within the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde area.

20 Feb 2023 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government how many payments of the Scottish Child Payment have been made in the Glasgow Anniesland constituency since it was introduced.

25 Jan 2023 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will support the continuation of the Scottish Crisis Fund project, in order to support people with no recourse to public funds as its anti-destitution strategy moves into year two.

Answer · Shona Robison: Since April 2022, the Scottish Government has provided up to £642,500 to support the Scottish Crisis Fund project, being delivered by the British Red Cross, through the Ending Destitution Together strategy. This project provides crisis cash grants to people …

10 Jan 2023 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Parliamentary Business plans to propose the scheduling of time to consider legislation to end sex buyers' legal impunity as part of the business for the current parliamentary year.

2 Nov 2022 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on progress with its commitment to challenge men's demand for prostitution, as part of the Equally Safe strategy.

19 Oct 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its international work, following the constitution secretary’s attendance at the recent Arctic Circle Assembly.

21 Sep 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what discussions have taken place with ministers across government regarding the impact of the UK Government’s fiscal statement on Scotland's Covid Recovery Strategy.

22 Jun 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether its Covid Recovery Strategy includes the provision of funding for charities working to strengthen community resilience and support mental health.

13 Jun 2022 · Inspired Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the escalation status of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

Answer · Humza Yousaf: Firstly, I want to place on record my thanks to the staff of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde who have continued to support the escalation work whilst delivering patient care. I also want to acknowledge and thank the patients and families for their patience and …

8 Jun 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its position is, regarding the potential impact on Scotland, on the upcoming first meeting of states parties to the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Vienna.

3 May 2022 · General Question

To ask the Scottish Government what plans are in place to support community integration for Ukrainian refugees resettling in Scotland.

21 Mar 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the Warm Scots Welcome scheme for Ukrainian refugees.

9 Mar 2022 · Written Question

To ask the Scottish Government what the total estimated (a) cost of Scottish Social Security benefits, (b) funding provided through the fiscal framework and (c) additional Scottish Government funding required is for 2022-23.

Answer · Ben Macpherson: The Scottish Fiscal Commission published updated forecasts alongside the 2022-23 Scottish Budget on 9 December 2021. In line with their forecasts, the Scottish Government is committing £3,949 million to social security assistance in 2022-23, and is investing…

7 Mar 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the OSCE report, Policy responses to technology-facilitated trafficking in human beings, and accompanying recommendations on action areas for parliaments.

16 Feb 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to support expanded recruitment of teaching assistants.

25 Jan 2022 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to a recent survey, which found that 65% of those asked preferred to see the national flag of Scotland on their food.

21 Dec 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what cross-government strategies have been identified, as part of its work on COVID-19 recovery, to support communities and businesses most affected by the pandemic.

15 Dec 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what training is given to the police force to identify potential victims of modern slavery involved in organised crime.

1 Dec 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the implications for the fishing sector in Scotland of the outcomes of the sea fisheries negotiations.

23 Nov 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect victims of human trafficking from re-trafficking in Scotland.

22 Nov 2021 · First Minister's Question

To ask the First Minister what the Scottish Government's position is on whether nuclear power is an essential part of Scotland's transition to net zero.

17 Nov 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government how its winter care plan will ensure that adults in care homes will have continued and frequent access indoors to family and friends.

9 Nov 2021 · Portfolio Question

To ask the Scottish Government what it sees as the sustainable development opportunities emerging from the decisions and outcomes of COP26.