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WILLIE RENNIE The Liberal Democrat Leader!

Local Government Make halfway support legal for businesses at the 2015 revaluation, ending the scandal of 200 per cent increases under the current government. Explore the potential to introduce a business rates holiday for tourism businesses over the winter months.

Education Remove failing teachers and improve support for those doing well through a review of current procedure Offer world leading higher education, with fair access, no tuition fees and no gratitude contribution.

Health and Social Services Set a new target for urgent referral for cancer diagnosis. Every patient should expect to see a specialist within two weeks. They will also work to tackle the unacceptably high number of cancer cases. Drive forward smart investment in precautionary care and health, continuing also to make progress on smoking termination measures

Law and Order Protect victims and support communities by focusing on what works to cut crime. We will keep communities safe with a strong visible police presence.

Housing Pilot a new home on the farm initiative to allow conversions of agricultural buildings for housing. Start a new system of grants to people to bring Scotland’s empty homes back into use.

Tourism The 2014 Commonwealth are being held on our doorstep and is a magnificent opportunity. The Games will have far reaching effects on all parts of the UK with its legacy being felt throughout the country. The Tourism and economic benefits will be ripe for reaping as long as we are ready to capitalise on it.

Sports and the Arts Recognise the importance of Rugby to Scotland’s economy and communities and encourage broadcasters to increase the level of rugby on both global and satellite television solutions. Support the involvement of democratic community organisations and cooperative in the governance of football and other sports.

Enviroment Renew efforts to meet the 2020 biodiversity target, by rewarding environmental protection by the farming industry to achieve a healthy countryside that produces food sustainably. Ensure the effective implementation of the Marine (Scotland) Act and work with key stakeholders to provide a sustainable future for Scotland’s valuable fisheries.

Agriculture, forests and Fisheries Make sure that forest waste can be used to generate electricity and heat for the local community where appropriate. Pilot the expansion of timer-framed construction of new buildings by public bodies to support the forestry industries.

(most) Transport Commit to the public sector procurement of electric or low carbon vehicles as existing vehicles reach end of life, where the demands of the fleet allow it. Develop a Scotland-wide public transport smart card, covering a range of operators, routes and fare structures, to improve the convenience of using public transport.

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