Parliamentary questions
Neil Bibby
1,029 questions tabled in the Scottish Parliament, most recent first.
21 Mar 2023 · SPCB Oral Question
To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body when it will next meet with representatives from the GMB trade union MSP staff branch.
17 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the recommendations of the Feeley Review of Adult Social Care that "priority is given to the establishing of the sector level body as a means to take forward the Fair Work recommendations in partnership" and "that body should also take the lead in creating nationa…
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government have fully accepted the findings of the Feeley Review and we are working in partnership with stakeholders to implement its key recommendations. The Scottish Government are not waiting for the National Care Service to be established bef…
17 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what action it is taking to address the reported crisis of staff recruitment and retention in the social care sector.
Answer · Maree Todd: There are more than 1,200 social care providers across Scotland, with local authorities responsible for providing or commissioning services. Local authorities and Health and Social Care Partnerships will wish to ensure that, in providing a range of services, …
17 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its position regarding uprating the pay of social care workers to at least £15 per hour, and what the reasons are for its position on this matter.
Answer · Maree Todd: From April 2023, adult social care workers delivering direct care in commissioned services will see their pay increase to a minimum of £10.90 per hour; in line with the Real Living Wage rate for the 2023-24 Financial Year. This represents a 14.7% increase for…
6 Mar 2023 · Topical Question
To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Loganair and Highlands and Islands Airports regarding the suspension of many island flights from 17 March.
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Zero Carbon Buildings, Active Travel and Tenants' Rights has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on? 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committe…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Community Safety has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Transport has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Environment and Land Reform has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Social Security and Local Government has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Equalities and Older People has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Culture, Europe and International Development has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Business, Trade, Tourism and Enterprise has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for the Constitution, External Affairs and Culture has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Just Transition, Employment and Fair Work has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Veterans has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Parliamentary Business has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero, Energy and Transport has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Public Finance, Planning and Community Wealth has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Deputy First Minister has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Children and Young People has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Higher Education, Further Education, Youth Employment and Training has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the First Minister has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: Substantive government business and communication between Ministers and officials is normally conducted using email on the SCOTS IT platform. Mobile messaging apps can be a useful communication tool to support the delivery of business, particularly in relatio…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Public Health, Women's Health and Sport has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Minister for Mental Wellbeing and Social Care has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on 14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committee…
6 Mar 2023 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Housing and Local Government has used WhatsApp to discuss government business.
Answer · George Adam: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-15654 on14 March 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees…