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Written Question · S2W-28384 · Session 2

Why the One Scotland councillor recruitment advertisement gives only a website address as the point of contact and whether it considers tha…

Answered Asked by Elaine Murray Lab Lodged 14 Sep 2006

The question

To ask the Scottish Executive why the One Scotland councillor recruitment advertisement gives only a website address as the point of contact and whether it considers that this discriminates against individuals who do not have internet access but who might wish to find out more about becoming a councillor.

The answer

Answered by Tom McCabe on 2 Oct 2006 · 18 days after it was lodged, 4 days after it was due

The website provides generalinformation on becoming a councillor and the new remuneration package. This information,plus specific detail about the local situation, is available from local authorities.The website was planned to be complemented by a telephone information line. Theinformation line has now been set up, the contact number is 0131 244 7039 and thisinformation will be quoted as appropriate in future publicity.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S2W-28384 by reference.