Parliamentary questions
George Foulkes
1,927 questions tabled in the Scottish Parliament, most recent first.
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the driver(s) of the Minister for Public Health and Sport in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-32508 on 28 April 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.uk/Apps2/…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the Minister for Public Health and Sport in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The detailed information requested is currently being collated and I will write to the member as soon as this is available. A copy of the response will be place in the Scottish Parliament''s Information Centre (Bib. number 50667).</p>
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the driver(s) of the Deputy First Minister in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-32508 on 28 April 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.uk/Apps2/…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the Deputy First Minister in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The detailed information requested is currently being collated and I will write to the member as soon as this is available. A copy of the response will be place in the Scottish Parliament''s Information Centre (Bib. number 50667).</p>
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the driver(s) of the Minister for Parliamentary Business in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-32508 on 28 April 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.uk/Apps2/…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the Minister for Parliamentary Business in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The detailed information requested is currently being collated and I will write to the member as soon as this is available. A copy of the response will be place in the Scottish Parliament''s Information Centre (Bib. number 50667).</p>
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the driver(s) of the Minister for Culture and External Affairs in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-32508 on 28 April 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.uk/Apps2/…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the Minister for Culture and External Affairs in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The detailed information requested is currently being collated and I will write to the member as soon as this is available. A copy of the response will be place in the Scottish Parliament''s Information Centre (Bib. number 50667).</p>
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the driver(s) of the First Minister in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The Government Car Service (Scotland) provides or arranges transport for Scottish ministers, ministers of UK Government Departments when in Scotland, senior officials at the Scottish Government, and visiting dignitaries.</p> <p >All ministers and cabinet sec…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive how much was spent on overnight accommodation for the First Minister in (a) Glasgow, (b) Edinburgh and (c) elsewhere in 2008-09.
Answer · John Swinney: The detailed information requested is currently being collated and I will write to the member as soon as this is available. A copy of the response will be place in the Scottish Parliament''s Information Centre (Bib. number 50667).</p>
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether it was consulted on and agreed proposals from David MacBrayne Ltd regarding the employment of a number of its staff by a subsidiary based in Guernsey where it is not liable for the payment of employers’ national insurance contributions.
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The Scottish Executive was first consulted in December 2004 by the then Caledonian MacBrayne Ltd regarding the transfer of its crew to offshore status. This request was made in accordance with legislation passed by the UK Government in 2003, where a national …
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what consideration ministers have given to the relationship between David MacBrayne Ltd and Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd and whether any action is proposed as a result.
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The Scottish ministers are satisfied that the relationship between David MacBrayne Ltd and Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd is on a sound professional footing. Both companies meet with each other on a regular basis. In addition, tripartite meetings with the two…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what discussions ministers have had with directors or officials of Caledonian MacBrayne regarding the status and operations of Caledonian MacBrayne Guernsey (Crewing) Ltd.
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The Scottish Ministers have had no discussions with directors or officials of Caledonian MacBrayne, David MacBrayne Ltd or its subsidiaries regarding the status and operations of Caledonian MacBrayne Guernsey (Crewing) Ltd since its establishment during the p…
18 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what its policy is regarding companies owned by it or any of its agencies setting up subsidiaries in offshore tax havens.
Answer · John Swinney: A section of the Scottish Public Finance Manual deals with Tax Planning and Tax Avoidance. <a href="http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/Finance/spfm">http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/Finance/spfm</a>.</p>
16 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what the reason is for the time it has taken to consider the reporter’s report on the listed building status of the Odeon Cinema in Clerk Street in Edinburgh and when it will announce its decision.
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: Due to the complex nature of the issues involved which require very careful consideration it has not been possible to reach a decision within the three month target period.</p> <p >Whilst any delay in dealing with this cases is regretted it is not possible t…
11 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether the Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change will consider giving advice to other ministers on the use of public transport in place of the Government Car Service when carrying out ministerial duties.
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: Ministers regularly exchange information about their activities and experience.</p>
11 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31753 by John Swinney on 8 March 2010, whether account is taken of the effect on global warming when ministers decide to use the Government Car Service rather than public transport.
Answer · John Swinney: Yes. I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-32333, on 16 March 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.uk/…
11 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-31753 by John Swinney on 8 March 2010, what the reasons were for ministers using the Government Car Service rather than public transport.
Answer · John Swinney: Travel arrangements are based on the nature of the diary engagement. The location of engagements, security and environmental considerations and business needs are carefully considered for each engagement.</p>
11 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether householders who are unable to sell their home over a period of one year as a result of, in the opinion of a recognised estate agent or surveyor, the proximity of the property to the proposed Forth Replacement Crossing and allied works will be considered for help by the Scottish E…
Answer · Stewart Stevenson: The bill provides discretionary powers under section 23 to the Scottish ministers who would need to assess each case on its own particular circumstances at the time they arise before any determination whether to use such powers could be made.</p>
4 Mar 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what agricultural support payments, including those fully funded by the EU and co-funded by the EU and the Scottish Government, were made to Her Majesty the Queen or her agents in 2008-09.
Answer · Richard Lochhead: The following payments were made to Sandringham Farms during the period in question:</p> <table border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 > <tr > <td valign=top > <p align=left >Single Farm Payment Scheme 2008 </p> </td> <td valign=top > <p align=l…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29972 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which she undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Environment in the last three years in order to reduce her carbon footprint and what the estim…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29970 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Community Safety in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint and what the e…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29968 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Children and Early Years in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint and wh…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Schools and Skills in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint and what the estimated total reduction is.
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29966 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change in the last three years in order to reduce his car…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29965 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint …
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29963 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Housing and Communities in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint and wha…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29962 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which she undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Public Health and Sport in the last three years in order to reduce her carbon footprint and wh…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29960 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which he undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Parliamentary Business in the last three years in order to reduce his carbon footprint and what…
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…
25 Feb 2010 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Executive, further to the answer to question S3W-29959 by Stewart Stevenson on 14 January 2010, what changes in the manner in which she undertakes official duties have been implemented by the Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution in the last three years in order to reduce her …
Answer · John Swinney: I refer the member to the answer to question S3W-31978 on 18 March 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.uk/Apps2/…