Portfolio Questions

Evelyn Tweed 1. [Withdrawn] Michelle Thomson S6O-04082 2. To ask the Scottish Government whether it can provide an update regarding its consideration of whether to legislate to prescribe the number of learning hours. Kevin Stewart S6O-04083 3. To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to ensure that college courses are being tailored to meet the needs of industries involved in energy efficiency, carbon reduction and the just transition. Brian Whittle S6O-04084 4. To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to ensure that students are supported throughout their educational journey with career advice that aligns with the future economic need for specific roles and skills. Christine Grahame S6O-04085 5. To ask the Scottish Government, in relation to the provision of support for children with additional support needs, what assessment it has made of any impact of the reported delays to ADHD assessments for children on their education. John Mason S6O-04086 6. To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to raise awareness of apprenticeship opportunities and promote them as an attractive career path for young people. Foysol Choudhury S6O-04087 7. To ask the Scottish Government how it is working to ensure that pupils have access to practical science activities as part of the curriculum. Maggie Chapman S6O-04088 8. To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with the University of Dundee, in light of recent reports regarding its financial situation, senior management resignations and its failure to recruit enough Scottish students.