Economy and Fair Work Committee
Minutes: 17 November 2021
Wednesday, 17 November 2021
11th Meeting, 2021
Minutes
1. Decision on taking business in private:
The Committee agreed to take items 4 and 5 in private.
2. Scotland's supply chain:
The Committee took evidence from—
Chris Brodie, Director of Regional Skills Planning and Sector Development, Skills Development Scotland;
Marie Hendry, Depute Director, External Engagement and Partnerships, Open University;
Paul Little, Vice-Chair of the College Principals Group, Colleges Scotland;
Richard McClelland, Director, Qualifications for Industry.
3. UK Subordinate Legislation:
The Committee noted the Scottish Government's consent notification in respect of the following instrument -
EFTA and TCA international agreement procurement SI.
4. Scotland’s supply chain:
The Committee considered the evidence heard earlier in the meeting and the written submissions received and agreed to seek some further evidence.
5. Professional Qualifications Bill (UK Parliament legislation):
The Committee considered a draft report, various changes were agreed to, and the report was agreed for publication.