Questions and answers
Parliamentary questions can be asked by any MSP to the Scottish Government or the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body. The questions provide a means for MSPs to get factual and statistical information.
- Written questions must be answered within 10 working days (20 working days during recess)
- Other questions such as Topical, Portfolio, General and First Minister's Question Times are taken in the Chamber
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Question reference: S7W-04032
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Tuesday, 06 October 2026
- Current Status: Answer expected on 3 November 2026
To ask the Scottish Government when it will bring into force section 60 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025, which transfers jurisdiction for Mobile Homes Act 1983 disputes to the First-tier Tribunal (Housing and Property Chamber).
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Question reference: S7O-00373
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
- Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 8 October 2026
To ask the Scottish Government when it expects to commence the remaining provisions of the Children (Scotland) Act 2020 relating to child contact cases, including those that can address delays affecting grandparents seeking to maintain contact with their grandchildren.
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Question reference: S7O-00318
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 23 September 2026
- Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 30 September 2026
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to reduce barriers and to support housing providers to accelerate the delivery of affordable homes across Scotland.
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Question reference: S7O-00199
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 02 September 2026
- Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 9 September 2026
To ask the Scottish Government how it is engaging with the National Energy System Operator to ensure that the development of Regional Energy Strategic Plans support democratic decision-making and meaningful local engagement in energy planning.
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Question reference: S7W-01704
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
- Current Status: Answer expected on 12 August 2026
To ask the Scottish Government what plans it has to carry out a rapid review of the available evidence on the risks associated with the long-term use of the contraceptive injection, Depo-Provera.
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Question reference: S7W-01705
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
- Current Status: Answer expected on 12 August 2026
To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to ensure that healthcare professionals across all NHS boards are aware of the potential risks associated with the long-term use of the contraceptive injection, Depo-Provera, and that users receive clear, consistent and appropriate advice.
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Question reference: S7O-00024
- Asked by: Dawn Black, MSP for Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: Wednesday, 03 June 2026
- Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 9 June 2026
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on progress of the business plan for the A90/A937 Laurencekirk Junction Improvement Scheme, including when it expects the scheme to move from the development pipeline to the delivery pipeline.
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