Parliamentary questions
Annie Wells
659 questions tabled in the Scottish Parliament, most recent first.
9 Mar 2026 · Topical Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the fire at Union Street in Glasgow.
3 Mar 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to improve the provision of NHS audiology services in Glasgow.
Answer · Jenni Minto: As part of the national response to the Independent Review of Audiology Services in Scotland, the Scottish Government has provided funding to support all NHS Health Boards to work towards the Improving Quality in Physiological Services (IQIPS) standards accre…
2 Mar 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what further action it is taking to strengthen support for the Armed Forces community in Scotland, particularly in relation to healthcare access, housing provision, education, childcare and upholding the Armed Forces Covenant.
Answer · Graeme Dey: The Scottish Government’s ninth annual update on support for Scotland’s veterans and armed forces community was presented to Parliament on 9 December 2025. It provides a comprehensive picture of the work undertaken to date but I would like to take…
2 Mar 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any impact of the use of digital devices in schools on pupils’ wellbeing, educational outcomes and screen time levels, and whether it will commit to a national review of device use in schools, including transparency around monitoring and parental opt-…
Answer · Jenny Gilruth: The Scottish Government keeps emerging national and international evidence under review, including work from bodies such as UNESCO and the OECD, to understand how digital tools can support learning, wellbeing and positive educational outcomes. This research h…
26 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the potential impact of its reported decision to reduce funding for the Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award from £75,000 to £30,000 in 2026-27, and whether it will reconsider this decision, in light of the award’s role in supporting young…
Answer · Siobhian Brown: While we recognise the positive impact that the Mark Scott Leadership for Life Award continues to have, we need to prioritise budget decisions to respond to an increasingly challenging financial environment. However, it is important to recognise that we will …
26 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to (a) expanding four-day working week trials, (b) moving towards a 32-hour working week within the public sector and (c) promoting fair working time practices, as part of its wider commitment to wellbeing and sustainable development.
Answer · Ivan McKee: Scottish Government committed to a Four Day Working Week pilot in the public sector to explore the wellbeing and productivity benefits that a shorter working week could bring. The pilot was delivered in partnership with The Autonomy Institute and identified s…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government when the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care last met with residents in Calton to discuss any impact associated with the Thistle drug consumption facility.
Answer · Neil Gray: I have not held a meeting with residents in Calton specifically to discuss the impact of the Thistle drug consumption facility. However, Scottish Government officials continue to engage regularly with local partners, including Glasgow City Health and Social C…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government when the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care last met with Police Scotland to discuss any impact associated with the Thistle drug consumption facility.
Answer · Neil Gray: I have not held a meeting with Police Scotland specifically to discuss the impact of the Thistle drug consumption facility. However, Scottish Government officials maintain regular engagement with Police Scotland and local partners to monitor the delivery of t…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the purchase of two needle bins in Calton, Glasgow, at a cost of £5,000 represents value for money.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government’s position is that expenditure must be assessed against demonstrable outcomes, particularly where interventions are designed to address complex public health harms. At the Committee hearing on 2 October, representatives from Glas…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to reports that the opening of the Thistle drug consumption facility has resulted in an increase in (a) antisocial behaviour, (b) discarded needles and (c) drug dealing in Calton.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government recognises the concerns of local people in the Calton area and are grateful for the continued actions being taken to address them by Glasgow Health and Social Care PartnershipWhile concerns have been raised, no evidence has been provid…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the provisions of free tours of the Thistle drug consumption facility to members of the public represents value for money.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Government’s position is that the provision of organised visits to the Thistle supports transparency, accountability and an informed understanding of the service as a publicly funded health intervention.These visits are carefully managed, time-limit…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government when the Female Genital Mutilation (Protection and Guidance) (Scotland) Act 2020 will come into force, and what its position is on whether there would be less instances of female genital mutilation if it had been brought into force in 2020.
Answer · Kaukab Stewart: The Scottish Government’s intention is that the Female Genital Mutilation (Protection and Guidance) (Scotland) Act 2020 will be commenced by December 2026. Work is progressing with necessary partners towards this deadline.FGM has been illegal in Scotlan…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the National Child Mortality Database finding that one in 14 children who die in England have closely related parents, and whether it plans to review Scottish marriage law to ban first-cousin marriage as a result.
Answer · Neil Gray: The recommendations of the National Child Mortality Database study emphasise the importance of timely and appropriate genetic testing and clear communication to support informed decisions about pregnancy, clinical care and family planning.The Scottish Governm…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will require NHS Scotland to issue guidance on any potential genetic risks associated with children born to parents who are first cousins.
Answer · Neil Gray: Couples who are first cousins need, and want, to be supported and empowered to understand the potential genetic risks within their families and the potential impact on any children. Clinical services and guidance are currently available within the NHS to cope…
25 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to reports that the use of naloxone by the Scottish Ambulance Service reached a post-pandemic high in 2025, and what its position is on whether this indicates that its drugs policy is working.
Answer · Maree Todd: Naloxone is a life-saving opioid antagonist delivered through Scotland’s National Naloxone Programme to reverse overdoses and provide emergency response time for further medical intervention.The increase in its administration by the Scottish Ambulance S…
25 Feb 2026 · Portfolio Question
To ask the Scottish Government what renewed action it will take to improve tree equity in Scotland’s urban areas.
23 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government how many Buvidal injections NHS boards have returned to community pharmacies for destruction due to non-attendance at appointments at clinics in each month of the last three years, and what the total value of any such waste has been, broken down by NHS board.
Answer · Jenni Minto: Buvidal® is a Schedule 3 controlled drug and as such there is no requirement to record its destruction. Therefore the Scottish Government does not hold the requested data.
23 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on the importance of the provision of nasal naloxone in tackling drug-related deaths.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government considers the provision of nasal naloxone to be an essential harm-reduction measure in tackling drug-related deaths. Naloxone is the recognised emergency antidote for opioid overdose, and both nasal and injectable formulations are cent…
23 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether any NHS boards have discontinued the supply of nasal naloxone, and, if so, which boards, and what the reasons are for this in each case.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government is unaware of any NHS Board having discontinued the supply of nasal naloxone.All NHS Boards in Scotland have access to both nasal and injectable formulations of naloxone as part of Scotland’s national harm-reduction approach. The…
18 Feb 2026 · Portfolio Question
To ask the Scottish Government how many miles of cycle lanes have been built in Glasgow over the last five years.
12 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the potential role of arespiratory Modern Service Framework, as introduced in England, in reducing winter pressures on NHSservices in Scotland by simultaneously improving outcomes for long-termrespiratory conditions and short-term respiratory illnesses …
Answer · Jenni Minto: The Scottish Government is aware of calls from respiratory stakeholders in England for a Modern Service Framework focused on respiratory care. To clarify, the UK Government has not introduced such a framework. Modern Service Frameworks are being developed for…
12 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what projects have been delivered as a result of any funding provided to the Scottish Drugs Forum in the last five years.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government recognises the important contribution that the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) has in delivering services to people who use substances. The Scottish Government has provided funding to the SDF for a number of projects over the past five year…
12 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the effectiveness of any funding that it has provided in the last five years to the Scottish Drugs Forum in reducing drugs deaths.
Answer · Maree Todd: Over the past five years, the Scottish Government has funded SDF to support delivery of the National Mission to reduce drug deaths and improve lives. The National Drugs Mission Plan (2022–2026) sets out the approach being taken, including investment to …
12 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government how much funding it has provided to the Scottish Drugs Forum in each of the last five years, and what any funding was spent on in each of those years.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government recognises the important contribution that the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) makes in delivering services to people who use substances. The Scottish Government has provided funding to the Scottish Drugs Forum for a number of projects sinc…
10 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the (a) availability and (b) adequacy of (i) specialist support, (ii) clinical pathways and (iii) peer support services for people with functional neurological disorder (FND) in (A) Scotland, (B) rural areas and (C) the Highlands, and what steps it is takin…
Answer · Jenni Minto: The provision of healthcare services is the responsibility of local NHS Health Boards, taking into account national guidance, local service needs and priorities for investment.The Scottish Government has not specifically assessed the provision of clinical or …
9 Feb 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the action it is taking to tackle drug use.
Answer · Maree Todd: The Scottish Government uses a public health approach to substance use. This means decisions are based on evidence, respect for human rights, and compassion.The additional £250 million invested through the National Mission has strengthened services so t…
20 Jan 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government what support is offered by the NHS to the victims of grooming gangs in Scotland.
Answer · Tom Arthur: The Scottish Government is committed to ensuring that all victims and survivors can access the help and support they need at a time they need it.The NHS provides care and support to meet the individual needs of each person, including victims of grooming gangs…
6 Jan 2026 · Written Question
To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-42626 by Ivan McKee on 22 December 2025, whether it will provide an update on what consideration it is giving to the request from the Scottish Retail Consortium and other stakeholders for Scotland to follow England and introduce a permanent bus…
Answer · Ivan McKee: I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-42822 on 21 January 2026. 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 Jan 2026 · Portfolio Question
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to improve Glasgow’s economic performance, in light of reports that the city continues to lag behind the rest of Scotland.
1 Dec 2025 · Topical Question
To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to reports that over 1,200 women have been treated for female genital mutilation in Glasgow in the past five years.