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The committee understands that the Scottish Government is conducting a review of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015, but that part 2 of the act is not being reviewed. What is the reason for that? Does the Government have any plans to review community planning in the future? During the inquiry, community groups have voiced the opinion that reform is needed.

Can you explain how you decided on the list of key agencies to be consulted by the planning authority when drafting the LDP? Are there not some obvious omissions, such as Network Rail and VisitScotland?

Thank you for that clarification.

Minister, the committee has heard during the inquiry that CPPs struggle to demonstrate how activities are leading to improved outcomes. As that is required by the 2015 act, what more can the Scottish Government and other public bodies do to help them to demonstrate impact?

During the inquiry, the committee has heard that CPPs struggle to demonstrate how activities are leading to improved outcomes. As that is required by the 2015 act, what more can the Scottish Government and other public bodies do to help them to demonstrate impact? We would be grateful for your input.

Good morning, panel.

I will start with Alison MacLeod. Do you feel that CPPs are able to demonstrate their impact? Are they making a difference? If they are, what examples would you highlight of their success?

Thanks for that. Craig, would you like to come in?

Thank you. Alison McGrory, do you have anything to add?

Thanks.

Yes.