Speeches by Stewart.

“Thanks for coming along today. This is for Louise and Margaret. How does the work that you and the team do contribute to the BBC’s purpose and objectives in Scotland?”

“I am a fan of BBC iPlayer. In fact, I always catch up on “The Traitors” through BBC iPlayer, which I believe is made or filmed in Scotland. Given that people have to subscribe to a TV licence, I am just wondering if you are exploring any other possibilities for people to be able to access BBC iPlayer or through subscri…”

“Margaret Mary, during your time working at the BBC, have you seen a shift in the importance of Gaelic content, or the prominence that it is given?”

“Looking back at last year, when there was the partnership agreement with BBC and MG Alba, how will you assess the success of that, and what are the arrangements for it?”

“6. What steps his Department is taking to help reduce NHS waiting times.”

“Almost one in six Scots is stuck on an NHS waiting list. People are borrowing money and remortgaging their homes to go private, because they cannot bear the pain. With an SNP Government who have abandoned the principles of an NHS free at the point of entry, does my right hon. Friend agree that Scotland’s health service…”

“Last week, Working For Wallacetown, a project in my constituency of Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock, was awarded the Scottish public service award for community engagement. Another project, Tailored Jobs, was a runner- up in the championing diversity and inclusion award category. Will the Leader of the House join me in recogn…”

“On Saturday, I will be going to the Newmarket Street winter festival in Ayr in my constituency of Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock. Music, food and dancing will help us get into the Christmas spirit, and it will also allow me to sort out my shopping. Although my right hon. Friend is welcome to join me, I appreciate that the jo…”

“I thank the Secretary of State for giving an update to the House. I also thank him for showing a clear understanding of the hurt and pain suffered by LGBT veterans over the years. It is important to acknowledge that no amount of financial compensation will ever wipe the painful memories away. However, these are clear s…”

“I recently visited South Ayrshire Women’s Aid in my constituency as part of the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Will the Minister join me in praising the hard work of Women’s Aid in supporting women and girls who have suffered violence? Does she agree that we need more support for these organisations…”

“3. What steps her Department is taking through the criminal justice system to help tackle violence against women and girls.”

“Does the Secretary of State agree that community benefit funds from wind farms contribute to improving living standards for communities? Will he join me in praising the work of the nine community council groups in Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock as a model of the fair distribution of funds to support local apprenticeships and…”

“This question is for Sarah. I have three questions for you, Sarah. In 2018, the Scottish Parliament’s Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform Committee concluded that expanding fish farming could cause “irrecoverable damage” to Scotland’s marine environment. Is that still true today?”

“Expanding.”

“Thank you. You kind of answered my second question, so I am not going to ask you that. What progress is the industry making to reduce emissions from chemicals and other waste from farms?”

“Ben, you spoke about warming seas. What risks does climate change pose to the industry’s long-term future, and how can those risks be managed?”

“That follows on to my next question, which is about the industry working with academia and other partners to understand the impacts of that climate change. Is that happening just now?”

“3. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help improve living standards in Scotland.”

“Given that the remit of the Scotland Office is to promote Scotland’s devolution, which means two Parliaments with separate responsibilities, do you think that double-jobbing should be confined to the past? Do our residents deserve more?”

“What consultation has already taken place with Scottish Government on the GB Energy strategic priorities?”