Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) A review of inter-governmental cooperation and communication during Ukraine
Aug. 20 2025
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This briefing examines the collaboration and communication that took place between the Government of the United Kingdom, the Scottish Government, the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (CoSLA) and Local Authorities in the implementation of the Homes for Ukraine Scheme and the Scottish Super Sponsor Scheme. It draws together the learnings to inform the response
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Prostitution (Offences and Support) (Scotland) Bill
Aug. 20 2025
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This Member's Bill provides for: (a) a new criminal offence of paying for sexual acts; (b) the repeal of an existing offence dealing with soliciting by people in prostitution, along with the quashing of existing convictions for that offence; and (c) a right to assistance and support for people in prostitution.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Intergovernmental activity update Q2 2025
Jul. 31 2025
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This update gives an overview of intergovernmental activity of relevance to the Scottish Parliament between the Scottish Government and the UK Government, the Welsh Government, and the Northern Ireland Executive during quarter two (April to June) of 2025.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) The intergovernmental relations 'reset': one year on
Jul. 31 2025
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One year on from the 2024 UK General Election, this briefing examines progress and developments relevant to the UK Government's commitment to 'reset' its relationship with the devolved Governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The briefing focuses particularly on intergovernmental relations between the UK and Scottish Governments.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Links between Climate Change and Health in Scotland
Jul. 22 2025
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This briefing summarises the links between climate change and health in Scotland. It gives an overview of direct and indirect impacts on physical and mental health, outlines some key approaches and describes responses to reduce the impact of climate change on health and wellbeing. The briefing addresses the ways in which socio-economic and health inequalities
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill
Jul. 11 2025
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The Building Safety Levy (Scotland) Bill was introduced to the Scottish Parliament on 5 June 2025. The Bill introduces a new tax, called the Scottish Building Safety Levy, to be charged on the construction or conversion of residential property developments. The proceeds of the levy are intended to contribute to the costs of cladding remediation in Scotland. This briefing provides
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Child abduction
Jul. 07 2025
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Child abduction refers to the removal or retention of a child, often by one parent, without legal authority to do so. The briefing describes the law on child abduction as it applies to children usually living in Scotland. Abduction by a parent or family member is the primary focus of this briefing.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe) Neurodevelopmental Pathways and Waiting Times in Scotland
Jun. 24 2025
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The number of children and adults seeking assessments for conditions such as autism and ADHD has grown dramatically over the last decade. This has led to increased pressure on Scotland's neurodevelopmental services. This briefing examines the current provision for neurodevelopmental assessment in Scotland, with a focus on diagnostic pathways and waiting times across NHS