Enterprise Networks

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at 2:38 pm on 26 September 2007.

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Photo of John Swinney John Swinney Scottish National Party 2:38, 26 September 2007

I will answer Peter Peacock's four questions. In relation to local authority functions, there will be a clear benefit to the Highland Council area as a result of the measures that I am announcing.

Secondly, Moray Council will remain within the Highlands and Islands Enterprise area.

Thirdly, we will consider how to integrate some of the small grant schemes. We are not announcing that today; we are simply announcing the fact that we will examine the issue.

On the skills agenda, as I set out in the statement, there are further discussions to be had on local skills delivery. Those issues will be taken forward by my Cabinet colleague, Fiona Hyslop.