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As someone who was previously a councillor, I totally understand that.

Convener, the next question that I intended to ask has been covered, so I pass back to you.

Some respondents to the Scottish Government consultation thought that the proposal was unfair to second home owners, because they use local services less than permanent residents, and they might have already paid an additional dwelling supplement. Timothy Douglas, you have talked quite a bit about that already, but would you like to add any additional comments? Does the proposal provide a fair balance between the general interest and second home owners? It would be great to hear any additional comments that you have, although I know that a lot of that has already been covered.

Does anyone else want to come in on that? I see that Bill Lobban does.

It is also concerning that mesothelioma is linked to the built environment. In my area of Clydebank, folk as young as 30 have been diagnosed with it. May I have your views on that?

No.

Thank you for that.

The British Occupational and Hygiene Society has said in its written evidence:

“Scotland has a differing workplace demographic and industrial heritage from the rest of the countries in the UK.”

Can you give us some views on the extent of Scotland-specific issues in the types and instances of industrial disease? I will go to Lucy Kenyon for that one. I am sorry, Lucy—I think that you also wanted to come in on the last question.

Thank you, convener, for your indulgence. I think that Lucy Kenyon wants to come in.

My question was specifically on your views of the value of SEIAC undertaking an investigation on the same issues as the IIAC.

Good morning, panel. I want to go back to the issue of duplication. Professor Macdonald, your written submission states:

“A repeat of the IIAC in Scotland would duplicate resources and experts.”

What is your view of SEIAC undertaking an investigation of the same issues as the IIAC? I know that you have covered a bit of that already, but it would be great if you could expand on what you have said.

I just wanted to ask Professor Macdonald to comment briefly on the extent of the Scotland-specific issues. If he does not want to come in, though, that is okay.