Meeting of the Parliament

General Questions Patrick Harvie S6O-03773 1. 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. James Dornan S6O-03774 2. To ask the Scottish Government how its investment in Fairer Futures Partnerships will help to tackle child poverty. Oliver Mundell S6O-03775 3. To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to improve access to GP appointments. Maurice Golden S6O-03776 4. To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to concerns over its reported plans to downgrade the neonatal intensive care unit at Ninewells Hospital. Lorna Slater S6O-03777 5. To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the recently published Holyrood Park Strategic Plan, what the timeline is for Historic Environment Scotland to complete its Movement Strategy and deliver on its 10 objectives for the park. Ross Greer 6. [Withdrawn] Meghan Gallacher S6O-03779 7. To ask the Scottish Government whether it will review its relationship with LGBT Youth Scotland, in light of reported allegations regarding safeguarding failings. Kevin Stewart S6O-03780 8. To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the implementation of the recommendations from the National Review of Eating Disorder Services. followed by First Minister's Questions Douglas Ross S6F-03379 1. Question to be taken in Chamber. Anas Sarwar S6F-03380 2. Question to be taken in Chamber. Lorna Slater S6F-03381 3. Question to be taken in Chamber. Emma Roddick S6F-03402 4. To ask the First Minister what discussions the Scottish Government is having with energy companies regarding a possible "social tariff" to reduce bills for low-income households. Pam Gosal S6F-03383 5. To ask the First Minister whether the Scottish Government plans to embed domestic abuse experts in 999 control rooms, similar to plans announced by the UK Government for England and Wales. Pauline McNeill S6F-03394 6. To ask the First Minister what the Scottish Government's response is to reports regarding the number of young people aged 11 to 14 who are involved in violent crime. followed by Members' Business — S6M-13767 Rona Mackay: Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month That the Parliament notes that September 2024 is International Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month; recognises that alcohol exposure in pregnancy may lead to permanent harm to the unborn child, with lifelong consequences; understands that FASD is the most common preventable neurodevelopmental condition in Scotland; further understands that at least 3.2% of individuals in Scotland are affected; notes that the Chief Medical Officer's advice is to avoid alcohol if pregnant or if planning to become pregnant; believes that 40% of pregnancies are currently unplanned; recognises what it sees as the importance of early identification and support of FASD to avert negative outcomes, such as addiction, mental ill health, suicidality and judicial system involvement; considers that, with the right support, individuals can prosper in their educational and life endeavours and reach their own potential; recognises what it sees as the excellent work of the FASD Hub Scotland in supporting those with FASD, their families and professionals who work with them; notes the belief that it is important to increase access to awareness and diagnostic training for practitioners to enable access to diagnostic and support services for those with FASD and their families; further notes the belief that alcohol producers should be mandated to provide clear written pregnancy warnings on their products; highlights what it sees as the important work of the pre-conception strategy for Scotland; understands that there is an economic benefit of £1.4 million for each case of FASD that is prevented, and notes the belief that more must be done to reduce alcohol exposure in pregnancy.